open accounting

[ˈoʊpən əˈkaʊntɪŋ]
nounpl: open accountings
contabilidade aberta
1. An accounting system or practice where financial records, transactions, and statements are transparent and accessible to relevant stakeholders, including employees, investors, creditors, and sometimes the public
The company implemented open accounting practices to increase trust among investors and employees.
A empresa implementou práticas de contabilidade aberta para aumentar a confiança entre investidores e funcionários.
2. A bookkeeping method where accounts remain unsettled or unclosed at the end of a period for ongoing review and adjustment
Open accounting allows for continuous monitoring of financial positions throughout the fiscal year.
A contabilidade aberta permite o monitoramento contínuo das posições financeiras durante todo o ano fiscal.
3. Financial transparency practices where a business openly shares accounting information with stakeholders rather than restricting access
Open accounting has become a trend among startups seeking to build credibility with investors.
A contabilidade aberta tornou-se uma tendência entre startups que buscam construir credibilidade com investidores.
Open accounting reflects modern corporate governance values emphasizing transparency and accountability. In Brazil, this practice has gained importance following regulatory reforms and investor demands for greater corporate transparency. In the USA, open accounting is often associated with the open-book management philosophy popularized by companies seeking to build employee engagement and trust through financial transparency.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
transparent accountingopen-book accountingtransparent financial reportingaccessible accounting
Antonyms / Antônimos
closed accountingproprietary accountingrestricted accountingconfidential accounting

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
contabilidade aberta
Standard term used in Brazilian business and accounting contexts
São Paulo
contabilidade aberta / contabilidade transparente
Both terms commonly used in São Paulo's financial sector
Rio de Janeiro
contabilidade aberta
Standard usage in Rio's corporate environment
Portugal
contabilidade aberta / contabilidade transparente
European Portuguese uses similar terminology with emphasis on 'transparência'

Related Words

transparencyfinancial statementsstakeholder engagementauditdisclosureaccountability

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep the books open
open the books
transparent financial practices
books are open for inspection
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