Sarah Vizer
PhD, University of Massachusetts Amherst, 2025
About
Sarah Vizer uses qualitative and experimental methods to investigate discrepancies between companies stated practices, actual activities and the flow of accounting information, with her current work focusing on how accounting information is used in IPOs.
Her research also addresses diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and social justice issues within the field of accounting. Her teaching interests include auditing, financial accounting and data analytics. Sarah is a CPA and was an audit manager at Big Four accounting firms.
Prior to her accounting career, she was a professional dancer and dance instructor.
Research
Research Interests
More specific sub-area keywords/topical areas. Financial accounting and auditing – IPOs, business valuation and transactions, audit review process, audit and firm culture; DEI – race, religion and gender issues in accounting, using accounting to support survivors of domestic violence.
Instruction & Advising
Courses
BACC 301 - Financial Accounting Analytics Lab
BACC 461 - Auditing