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The rapid growth of financial technology (fintech) Peer-to-Peer Lending (P2PL) in Indonesia has created both opportunities and challenges, particularly regarding debt collection practices by third parties (debt collectors). Such practices often result in violations of consumer rights, including intimidation, harassment, and breaches of privacy. To address these issues, the Financial Services Authority of Indonesia (OJK) issued Regulation No. 22 of 2023 on Consumer and Public Protection in the Financial Services Sector, which establishes legal standards for protecting fintech P2PL consumers. This study aims to analyze the regulation of debt collection by third parties under OJK Regulation No. 22/2023, assess the forms of legal protection for consumers, and identify the obligations of fintech P2PL providers in managing collection practices. The research applies a normative juridical method with statutory and conceptual approaches. The findings indicate that OJK Regulation No. 22/2023 provides consumer protection through preventive mechanisms (mandatory transparency, prohibition of intimidation, and regulation of third-party involvement) and repressive mechanisms (complaint handling and administrative sanctions). However, challenges remain in implementation, such as low consumer literacy, outsourced collection practices, and weak on-site supervision. Therefore, stronger regulation, tighter controls by providers, and collaboration among regulators, law enforcement, and fintech associations are required to ensure optimal consumer protection.

This research, entitled “Implementation of a Web-Based Student Tuition Payment Information System at SMA Swasta Manda Elu,” aims to improve the efficiency of recording and managing students’ tuition fee payments. Previously, the tuition payment process was handled manually, which often led to recording errors, delays in reporting, and difficulties in retrieving student payment data. To address these issues, a web-based information system was developed to assist the school administration in recording, reporting, and monitoring tuition payments more effectively and efficiently. The development method used in this study is the Model View Controller (MVC) approach, which separates the system’s view, logic, and database layers to simplify system management and maintenance. The final result of this research is a web-based tuition payment application that runs properly, provides convenience for school administrative staff in recording transactions, and enhances the accuracy and speed of the school’s financial administration process at SMA Swasta Manda Elu.

This study aims to analyze the implementation of internal control in the receivables audit process and evaluate its effectiveness in minimizing the risk of bad debts in a health center environment. Receivables, especially those originating from health services to JKN participants and general patients, can cause problematic receivables if not managed effectively. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection through observation, interviews and documentation review during the audit by a public accounting firm. The results of the study indicate that there are still weaknesses in the internal control structure such as suboptimal separation of duties, an unintegrated receivables information system and a weak bad debt reserve policy. In addition, late payments by third parties and poor patient administration knowledge are also external factors that influence the high risk of bad debts. Therefore, improving the internal control system, implementing information technology and strengthening coordination with the guarantor are very important to reduce the risk of bad debts and increase accountability for financial management in the health center environment.

This study aims to synthesize empirical findings regarding the influence of accountability on local government financial management through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) and a simple meta-analysis. A total of 10 primary studies (2020-2025) from various databases were analyzed. The results of the qualitative synthesis indicate a shift in research focus from compliance accountability to performance-based and digital accountability. Quantitatively, accountability was found to have a positive and significant influence on the quality of local financial management, mediated by variables such as transparency and internal control systems. The novelty of this study lies in the mapping of accountability and financial management indicators, as well as the identification of research trends leading to technology integration. These findings have important implications for the formulation of more effective and accountable local financial governance policies and results-oriented, which can ultimately improve the quality of public services and the sustainability of regional development. This is expected to improve the quality of public services and support the sustainability of regional development that is better, more transparent, and responsive to community needs.

Net profit is an important indicator in assessing a company's financial performance because it reflects the effectiveness of management in generating profits. Several factors that influence net profit include sales, cost of goods sold, operating expenses, and other income. This study aims to analyze the influence of these factors on net profit at PT. Pesona Minuman Indonesia during the 2021–2023 period. The independent variables include sales, cost of goods sold, operating expenses, and other income, while net profit serves as the dependent variable. A quantitative approach using multiple linear regression was applied to 36 quarterly data from the company. The results show that sales, cost of goods sold, and operating expenses have a positive and significant influence on net profit, while other income has a negative and significant influence. Simultaneously, all four variables have a significant influence on the company's net profit. This finding emphasizes the importance of good management of sales and operating costs as key factors in achieving optimal profitability. Therefore, the company needs to focus on increasing sales and controlling operating costs to maximize its net profit.

This study examines the influence of financial factors on the capital structure of basic chemical manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) from 2019 to 2023. The sample selection method used is purposive sampling, with specific criteria resulting in a sample of 51 companies and a total of 255 data points. After data processing, 80 outliers were identified, reducing the final sample to 175 company data points. This research adopts a quantitative approach, utilizing multiple linear regression analysis with SPSS version 25. The findings reveal that profitability, asset structure, company size, and business risk have a significant impact on capital structure. In contrast, sales growth and dividend policy do not show a significant contribution to capital structure. Based on these findings, it is recommended that companies in the basic chemical manufacturing sector focus on improving profitability, optimizing asset structure, and managing business risks effectively to strengthen their capital structure. Additionally, company size should be considered when making financing decisions. Since sales growth and dividend policy were not significant factors, firms might prioritize internal financial management and risk control over aggressive sales expansion or dividend adjustments when aiming to optimize their capital structure. Future research could explore other potential factors or use alternative methodologies to deepen understanding in this area.

This study aims to analyze the relationship between the intensity of playing the online game Mobile Legends and the consumptive behavior of university students at Universitas PGRI Ronggolawe Tuban. The research was motivated by the growing phenomenon of digital consumption among students, particularly through virtual item purchases via microtransactions. A quantitative correlational approach was employed, using purposive sampling involving 40 active student players of Mobile Legends. Research instruments consisted of Likert-scale questionnaires measuring two main variables: gaming intensity (frequency and duration) and consumptive behavior (impulsive buying, wastefulness, and non-rational consumption). Data were analyzed using Spearman’s rho correlation test, revealing a positive and significant relationship between gaming intensity and consumptive behavior (r = 0.558; p < 0.05). These findings indicate that higher gaming intensity increases students’ tendency toward hedonic and symbolic digital consumption. The study highlights that students’ consumptive behavior in the digital era is shaped not only by economic factors but also by social influence, self-control, and emotional gratification. The research implies the need for enhanced digital financial literacy and self-regulation awareness among students to mitigate excessive consumptive behavior.

This study focuses on evaluating the contribution of management accounting to improving efficiency within the corporate governance framework at PT Ace Hardware Indonesia Tbk. As one of the leading companies in the household goods retail sector, PT Ace Hardware is required to consistently apply the principles of good corporate governance in a sustainable, accountable, and transparent manner. Management accounting plays a vital role by providing accurate, relevant, and reliable financial and non-financial information to support managerial functions such as planning, controlling, and decision-making. Through effective cost reporting, budgeting, and performance evaluation, management accounting contributes significantly to strengthening operational efficiency and organizational competitiveness. The methodological approach adopted in this study is a literature review, involving the analysis of various academic references, corporate documents, and governance-related publications. The results show that optimal utilization of management accounting can enhance strategic decision-making, improve operational performance, and reinforce accountability and transparency within the company’s governance structure, supporting sustainable business growth.

Rapid technological developments are driving companies to transform and build an innovation-oriented work culture in order to maintain competitiveness. Management accounting plays an important role as a strategic information system that provides accurate data for management in formulating policies, improving efficiency, and encouraging digital innovation. This study aims to analyze the application of management accounting at PT Unilever Indonesia Tbk. as a driver for the formation of a digital innovation culture and increased company competitiveness in 2024. This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive method based on secondary data from interim financial reports and company documentation. The results show that the implementation of digital management accounting through the integration of ERP systems, IoT-based UMS, and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) contributes to increased operational efficiency and cost control. Despite a decline in sales and gross profit, the company managed to increase its net profit by 2.84% through administrative cost savings. Digital management accounting serves as a strategic partner in decision-making and forms the foundation for a culture of innovation. Its implementation also supports the three dimensions of Dynamic Capabilities theory, namely sensing, seizing, and transforming, which comprehensively strengthen the company's competitiveness and sustainability in the digital era. Thus, digital management accounting is not merely a recording tool, but a key strategic partner in driving innovation, enhancing competitive advantage, and ensuring business sustainability in the digital age.

Holding a socialization activity to teach 6th grade students at SD 014662 the habit of saving money from an early age. This activity aims to foster students' interest in saving money. Character education, including learning about money and the habit of saving money from an early age, is the main basis for this activity because many elementary school students are still not interested in saving money. The main objectives of this outreach program are to raise awareness of the benefits of saving, encourage students to get into the habit of saving, train them in self-control, introduce them to basic financial services, and enhance their creativity by making piggy banks from recycled materials. The program implementation method is divided into several stages, namely coordination, media preparation, outreach, and piggy bank making. This activity was carried out face-to-face at SD 014662 Desa Perk.Gunung Melayu. The target of this activity was 6 sixth-grade students of SD 014662 aged between 11 and 12 years old. Various activities were carried out, including presenting material on the definition, benefits, and socialization of how to save money. In addition, there were also practical activities, namely making piggy banks from used cans and determining savings targets. The savings socialization activity was carried out smoothly and succeeded in arousing students' interest in saving money. They also gained a better understanding of the meaning, benefits, and methods of saving money. All sixth-grade students appeared enthusiastic and interested, listening attentively to the material and actively asking and answering questions. The activity of making and decorating piggy banks from used cans also successfully stimulated the students' creativity. In addition, students began putting their remaining pocket money into the piggy banks and setting savings targets, indicating a shift in habits from being consumptive to being more economical. From the results of these activities, it can be concluded that socializing the habit of saving from an early age with a practical and interactive approach is very effective in increasing interest and forming disciplined habits in managing children's money.

This community service activity aims to improve the financial literacy of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through targeted training in calculating the Break Even Point (BEP) as a financial control tool. BEP, or break-even point, is the specific point at which total revenue equals total costs, allowing businesses to determine the minimum sales volume required to avoid losses. The activity was held in the Curug Tourism Village in Bogor Regency, with 27 MSMEs from various business sectors actively participating. The implementation method included outreach, training sessions, practical BEP calculations using participants' actual business data, and post-training mentoring to ensure long-term learning. The results of the activity demonstrated a significant improvement in participants' understanding of the BEP concept and its practical application in determining selling prices, production volumes, and cost control. Therefore, the application of BEP analysis is a crucial and effective strategy in supporting the sustainability and operational efficiency of MSME businesses.

This study aims to analyze the influence of financial literacy, paylater usage, and income on the consumptive behavior of Generation Z in Indonesia. The background of this research is based on the increasing use of digital financial services, particularly paylater, and the growing trend of consumptive lifestyles among Generation Z, who are exposed to the convenience of technology and have relatively low financial control. The research uses a quantitative approach with descriptive and causal analysis. The population in this study consists of Generation Z in Indonesia aged 18–27 years who have income and have used paylater services. The sampling technique used was non-probability sampling with the purposive sampling method, and the sample size was 100 respondents. Data were collected using questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS version 26. The analysis included validity tests, reliability tests, multiple linear regression, t-tests, F-tests, and the coefficient of determination (R²). The results indicate that financial literacy has a negative and significant effect on consumptive behavior, meaning that the higher the financial literacy, the lower the tendency to act consumptively. Conversely, paylater usage and income have a significant joint influence on Generation Z’s consumptive behavior.

Fraud is an unlawful act characterized by intentional misconduct, malicious intent, manipulation, concealment, and abuse of trust, deliberately committed by individuals or groups to gain personal benefits. Financial statement fraud can result from various factors such as weak internal control systems, financial pressures, and organizational culture. This study focuses on understanding the factors influencing the occurrence of financial statement fraud in rural banks (BPR) in Denpasar City. A total of 204 respondents from 22 BPRs were selected using purposive sampling. The study reveals that internal control systems do not have a significant effect on the tendency to commit financial statement fraud. However, financial pressure was found to have a positive and significant impact on the likelihood of financial statement fraud, suggesting that employees or management under financial strain may resort to fraudulent activities. On the other hand, organizational culture, characterized by ethical practices and strong values, showed a negative and significant effect, indicating that a strong ethical culture helps reduce fraudulent behavior in BPR

The impact of earnings management practices in banking companies is a consideration of the importance of research on earnings management that discusses how to reduce and control aggressiveness and deviations from earnings management so as to maintain the credibility and quality of information presented by financial reports. This article aims to observe and analyze the development of research on the role of the Sharia Supervisory Board (SSB) in reducing discretionary accruals in Islamic banking. This article uses a qualitative approach to literature study by analyzing articles originating from previous research. Based on the results of the analysis of previous articles, a strong argument is provided that the Sharia Supervisory Board (SSB) plays a significant but complex role in mitigating earnings management practices in Islamic banking. The effectiveness of the SSB's Sharia Supervisory Board, adequate qualifications and expertise (a combination of sharia and financial knowledge) are one of the most consistent determining factors, surpassing mere size or frequency of meetings. There is an academic gap for future research exploring moderating variables, real-world manipulation techniques, and the dynamics of interactions between governance elements within the dual structure that characterizes Islamic banking.

Earnings management is an action that can affect the quality of a company's financial information. As the highest leader, the CEO plays a critical role in strategic decision-making, including in earnings management practices. This study aims to examine the influence of CEO characteristics—namely age, education level, and tenure—on earnings management in food and beverage sub-sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the 2019–2023 period. A quantitative approach is employed using secondary data from annual reports of 21 companies, with a total of 99 firm-year observations. The data were analyzed using multiple linear regression with leverage, profitability, and sales growth as control variables. The results show that CEO age has a negative effect on earnings management, CEO tenure has a positive effect, while CEO education level shows no significant effect. These findings indicate that the personal characteristics of CEOs influence a company’s tendency to engage in earnings management. This study provides insights for investors, management, and regulators to consider CEO attributes when assessing the risk of financial reporting manipulation.

This study examines in depth the risk factors influencing financial statement fraud in the Indonesian banking sector by employing the Fraud Hexagon framework. This framework comprises six core elements—pressure, opportunity, rationalization, capability, arrogance, and collusion—each representing potential drivers of fraudulent behavior. The study also aims to assess whether institutional investor involvement can serve as a moderating factor capable of reducing the likelihood of fraud. The research uses secondary data derived from the annual reports of banks listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) for the period 2020–2023. Logistic regression analysis is employed to examine the relationships between the Fraud Hexagon variables and financial statement fraud, as well as to test the moderating role of institutional ownership. The findings reveal that, among the six elements of the Fraud Hexagon, only auditor changes (representing rationalization) and political connections (representing collusion) have a significant effect on financial statement fraud. The other elements—pressure, opportunity, capability, and arrogance—do not show a significant impact. Furthermore, institutional investor involvement is found not to moderate the relationship between the Fraud Hexagon elements and financial statement fraud, indicating that external monitoring through institutional ownership remains ineffective in the context of Indonesian banking. These results underscore the importance of closer supervision of rationalization and collusion factors, as well as the need for stronger internal control mechanisms to prevent fraudulent financial reporting. The study’s findings are expected to provide valuable insights for regulators, banking management, and other stakeholders in their efforts to enhance fraud prevention measures in the financial sector.  

The primary goal of this Community Service Program (PKM) is to assist local farmers in utilizing rabbit urine waste—previously discarded into a value-added product in the form of liquid organic fertilizer (LOF). This innovation aims not only to enhance technical production skills but also to stimulate local economic growth through entrepreneurship based on local resources. The program involves several strategic steps: designing a simple fermentation device using a 20-liter bucket equipped with an airlock and digital thermometer; providing technical training in the LOF-making process, quality control, and hygiene standards; offering entrepreneurial mentoring in production management, financial recording, branding, and marketing; and developing local distribution networks through farmer groups and agricultural shops. The results show that partners can independently produce consistent-quality LOF, packaged in 600 ml bottles with simple labeling for commercial appeal. The program improves technical and entrepreneurial skills, increases farmers’ income, fosters cooperation, and supports sustainable agriculture through environmentally friendly waste utilization.

The efficiency of investment decisions is one of the core axes in the success of organizations and the sustainability of their business, especially in light of the dynamic and complex business environment. In this context, the integrated role of both accounting and financial management systems is highlighted, as the harmony between them is a key pillar in providing accurate, real-time, and analytical data that supports the investment decision maker and reduces the degree of uncertainty and risks associated with investments. This research aims to analyze the impact of the integration between accounting systems and financial management on the quality and efficiency of investment decisions within institutions, with a focus on the nature of the causal relationship between the two variables. A conceptual model has been built that illustrates the interaction between the financial information generated by the accounting system and the analytical tools provided by the financial department, which contributes to raising the efficiency of strategic decisions related to investment. To achieve the objectives of the study, a descriptive-analytical approach supported by a standard analysis using a simple linear regression model was adopted on field data extracted from an intentional sample of financial officials in the banking and investment sector. The results showed that there is a statistically significant positive effect of the integration of accounting and financial management systems in enhancing the efficiency of investment decisions, as the model showed that integration contributes more than 50% to the explanation of changes in the quality of investment decisions. The study reached a number of important findings, the most prominent of which is that the lack of integration or poor coordination between accounting and financial management leads to delays in decisions or making them based on incomplete or contradictory information. Effective integration enables organizations to allocate resources more efficiently and evaluate investment alternatives in a thoughtful manner. The study concluded with a set of recommendations, most notably the need to develop the digital infrastructure of accounting and financial systems, adopt a unified system for data exchange, enhance the culture of teamwork between accounting and financial management units, in addition to activating the use of predictive financial analysis techniques to raise the level of accuracy in investment decisions.

Financial and accounting governance practices are a regulatory framework that aims to control financial and accounting behavior within organizations by promoting the principles of transparency, disclosure, accountability, and internal control. The importance of these practices has become more important with the increase in financial crises and corruption scandals in the last two decades, highlighting the need for stricter governance systems to protect the interests of investors and stakeholders. In the context of entrepreneurial projects, which are characterized by high levels of risk and uncertainty, the quality of financial reporting is a key factor in building trust and attracting Financing and facilitating investment decisions. This study aims to analyze the relationship between financial and accounting governance practices and the quality of financial reporting, and to measure the impact of this relationship on the chances of success of entrepreneurial projects. The importance of the study stems from the fact that it seeks to bridge a knowledge gap represented by the lack of research that has linked these variables in the startup environment in developing economies. Based on a review of the literature, the study assumes that financial and accounting governance practices positively affect the quality of financial reporting, which in turn is reflected in enhancing the sustainability of entrepreneurial projects and raising their capacity competitiveness.

This research aimed to determine the influence of human resource competence, accounting information systems, and internal control systems on financial performance at Obor Mas Credit Union. The research used a quantitative approach with a population of 110 permanent employees of Obor Mas Credit Union, while the sample was determined to be 52 respondents using the Slovin formula. Data were obtained through questionnaires distributed to respondents and processed using multiple linear regression analysis with the aid of statistical software. The research results indicated that human resource competence, accounting information systems, and internal control systems, both partially and simultaneously, did not have a significant impact on cooperative financial performance. This finding confirmed that improved financial performance was not solely determined by these three internal factors but rather requires more comprehensive strategic planning and managerial policies. This research was expected to contribute theoretically to the development of accounting science and serve as a practical consideration for credit union managers in improving the effectiveness of financial management.