Perception regarding the function of accounting in Big Companies of the Great Concepción (Chile)

Abstract

The research descriptively analyzed 21 responses from companies of the great Concepción - Chile selected randomly. Positive / negative perceptions of the Administration regarding the accounting function were analyzed. The scope of the work was exploratory since it is a situation little studied in Chile. The methodology considered a mixed qualitative / quantitative approach based on a numerical measurement and statistical analysis. One of the results of the work indicates that the perception of the accounting function depends on the professional training. Another result indicates a positive perception; executives respond that the area will be more successful if staff includes aspects such as; the management analysis and the improvement process (s) in the Organization.