Douglas A. Shackelford

Douglas A. Shackelford is an American academic and expert in accounting and finance. He is a professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he specializes in financial reporting, tax, and corporate governance. Shackelford’s research often explores how companies communicate financial information, manage taxes, and regulate their activities to ensure transparency and accountability. His work helps improve understanding of corporate financial practices, benefiting investors, regulators, and businesses by promoting better financial decision-making and policy development.