Book description
In the Western world, examination of business and finance can often be
a dry enterprise. Wang Jun shows, through this extraordinary collection
of writings, both the breadth of his world view and the connections
which surely exist between the finance, the arts, philosophy and
culture. His is a singular voice, which takes the reader beyond the
normal realm of finance discourse.
Helen Brand
Chief Executive, ACCA
If China, rapidly becoming one of the world's
leading economies, is now equipped with the accounting tools and
skills to take its rightful place on the global business stage, it is
largely a tribute to the vision and leadership of my colleague Wang
Jun. I am delighted that the publication of this book will enable an
international audience to hear him speak for himself.
Sir David Tweedie
Chairman, International Accounting Standards Board (IASB)
This insider's look at the inner workings of China comes from an
author who has seen the growth of the modern accounting profession
from the start to the present day, as his country prepares for the age
of global accounting and auditing standards. Wang Jun's stories of the
growth of accountancy in China-and its importance to the expansion of
his country's economy-are first and foremost about the cultivation of
talent, but also about the importance of accounting standards, ethics
and knowledge structures. At an historic juncture during which China
"takes a greater leap, exerts a greater influence and pursues
excellence," as Mr. Wang puts it, it is good to see that it
expects professionals who are well above the ordinary.
Robert L. Bunting
President, International Federation of Accountants (IFAC)
This book is a remarkable testimony to how China elaborated its
voluntary policy toward adopting International Financial Reporting
Standards. Education and ethics are central in Mr. Wang's erudite
addresses, in which he develops a philosophical dissertation based on
the lessons of the past and dedicated to promoting the personal and
professional values necessary in the pursuit of excellence in a global environment.
Hans van Damme
President of the Federation of European Accountants (FEE)
Accounting with Heart energizes, encourages and guides readers
to mobilize their passion for learning and the pursuit of excellence;
to develop their abilities, management skills, and professional and
ethical standards to meet the challenges of globalization; and to take
the accountancy profession to new heights. Wang Jun has poured his
vast experience into this book which will enrich readers in their
striving to become outstanding professionals.
Kamlesh Vikamsey
Former President, Confederation of Asian
& Pacific Accountants
Accounting with Heart reflects Wang Jun's vision for the
development of the accountancy profession in China, a goal in which he
has invested significant effort. Just as China is a global market, it
is fitting that Chinese accountants play an increasingly important
role in the international arena. We welcome that progress and
recognize it as an important step for the accountancy profession.
Tim Flynn
Chairman, KPMG
China's role in international finance and business, the subtitle of
Vice Minister Wang Jun's insightful new book, is one of the big
stories of the twenty-first century. To really understand what's
happening in China, one must appreciate the way of thinking of Chinese
senior officials, and that's the deep value of Accounting with
Heart. Emerging from the core of China's monumental
transformation, this is a masterful work of personal journey and wise
reflection. Anyone dealing with China will profit from its timeless
principles and subtle force.
Robert Lawrence Kuhn
Author, How China's Leaders Think
Wang Jun brings his enormous experience and understanding of China to
his book Accounting with Heart. He has a unique perspective of
the development of the economy in China and the role that the
accounting profession plays in his country. His commitment to
transparency, global standards and integrity are clear in this
collection of essays by one of the leading minds in China and across
the world. More importantly, Wang Jun's essays outline a roadmap for
the development of accounting thought leaders within China while
building the framework for educating the next generation of the
thousands of professionals within China. It is a must-read for those
doing business in all emerging markets.
Sam DiPiazza Jr.
CEO, PwC Limited
Vice Minister of Finance Wang Jun is Secretary
General of the China Accounting Standards Committee and was a member
of the Standards Advisory Council of the International Accounting
Standards Board (IASB). He holds a PhD in Law from the prestigious
Government Administration School, Peking University. In a long and
distinguished career in government service which began in 1976, he has
held a succession of high-level fiscal and taxation as well as
accounting roles within the Ministry of Finance.
In his current role as Vice Minister in China's Ministry of Finance,
Wang Jun participates in drawing up and implementing the nation's
fiscal and taxation policies, programming and reform projects. He is
also responsible for administering the social security expenditure in
central government, and for the setting and implementing of Chinese
accounting and auditing standards.
