Mr. Tekalign Negash Kebede | Finance | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Tekalign Negash Kebede, Hawassa University, Ethiopia.

Tekalign Negash Kebede is a dedicated Lecturer and Researcher at Hawassa University, Ethiopia, specializing in Accounting and Finance 📊. With multiple Scopus-indexed publications, he contributes actively to academia as a journal reviewer and editorial board member 📚. He holds an MSc from Addis Ababa University and is certified in IFRS, Public Procurement, and Sustainable Finance 🌍. Passionate about community development and academic excellence, he blends research, teaching, and service with professionalism and purpose ⭐.

 

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Tekalign Negash Kebede, born on May 13, 1985, in Ethiopia, began his academic journey with a strong inclination toward finance and accounting. He earned a BA degree in Accounting from Hawassa University in 2007, and continued to build on this foundation with an MSc in Accounting and Finance from Addis Ababa University in 2011. His early academic years were marked by a profound interest in financial systems, auditing, and the development of economic infrastructure in emerging markets. 📘📈

💼 Professional Endeavors

Tekalign has been an integral part of Hawassa University since 2007, where he serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Accounting and Finance. Over the years, he has taken on numerous academic and administrative responsibilities, including department head, module team leader, assistant registrar, and postgraduate coordinator. His responsibilities span from lecturing and supervising graduate students to coordinating practical community-oriented academic programs. He also provides training to both students and community members on key topics such as International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). 🏫📚

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus On Finance 

Tekalign’s research spans a wide range of topics including bank profitability, tax revenue, electronic tax systems, and financial distress in Ethiopian financial institutions. His analytical approach uses econometric tools such as SPSS, STATA, and E-Views, demonstrating his strong quantitative skills. His notable contributions are published in Scopus-indexed and Web of Science (ESCI) journals, reflecting the academic rigor and relevance of his work to policymakers and scholars alike. 📊🧾

🌍 Impact and Influence

His influence extends beyond academia. Tekalign has developed curricula for undergraduate and postgraduate programs in accounting and finance, trained accountants and auditors in IFRS, and created operational manuals for both business and nonprofit institutions. He also serves as an external assessor for COC and HERQA in the SNNPR region, helping uphold educational and professional standards. Through his work, he has significantly shaped accounting education and practice in southern Ethiopia. 🏆📈

🧠 Research Skills

His research skills are deeply rooted in both qualitative and quantitative analysis, with command over statistical software, technical writing, and project management. He is proficient in SPSS, STATA, E-Views, and skilled in designing impactful, data-driven studies. His methodological strengths enable him to analyze complex financial systems and translate data into meaningful insights. 💻📐

🏅 Awards and Honors

Tekalign holds numerous professional certifications from international organizations such as the World Bank, UNIDO, and UNITAR, in areas like Contract Management, Public Procurement, E-Commerce, and Green Economy. These honors reflect his commitment to global standards and sustainable development. 🥇📜

🏛️ Legacy and Future Contributions

Tekalign Negash Kebede is not only a researcher and academic but also a thought leader and mentor who continuously shapes the next generation of Ethiopian finance professionals. His legacy includes curriculum development, regulatory assessment, and transformative community education. Looking ahead, he is poised to expand his research to address emerging challenges in sustainable finance, digital taxation, and economic reform in developing nations. 🌟🌍

Publications Top Notes

1. 📊 “Determinants of Financial Distress: Evidence from Insurance Companies in Ethiopia”
   🧑‍💼 Authors: K. Tekalign Negash, G. Deribe, E. Obsa Teferi
   📚 Journal: Journal of Innovation and Entrepreneurship – Springer Nature
   📅 Year: 2024
   🔢 Citations: 11

2. 🏭 “Assessing the Inventory Management Practices: A Case of Manufacturing Firms in Hawassa City, Ethiopia”
   🧑‍💼 Author: K. Tekalign Negash
   📚 Journal: International Journal of Current Research
   📅 Year: 2020
   🔢 Citations: 5*

3. 🏦 “Assessing the Effectiveness of the Internal Control System in the Commercial Banks of Ethiopia: A Case of Hawassa City”
   🧑‍💼 Author: K. Tekalign Negash
   📚 Journal: International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)
   📅 Year: 2019
   🔢 Citations: 5*

4. ✅ “The Effect of Internal Audit Quality on Organizational Performance: The Case of Selected Bureaus in SNNPRS, Ethiopia”
   🧑‍💼 Authors: K. Tekalign Negash, C. Asfaw
   📚 Journal: International Journal of Current Research
   📅 Year: 2019
   🔢 Citations: 4

5. 🏛 “Firm-specific and Country-level Determinants of Commercial Banks’ Capital Structures: Evidence from Ethiopia”
   🧑‍💼 Author: K. Tekalign Negash
   📚 Journal: Journal of Innovation and Entrepreneurship – Springer Nature
   📅 Year: 2024
   🔢 Citations: 3

6. 💹 “Determinants of Private Commercial Banks Profitability in Ethiopia: Empirical Evidence”
   🧑‍💼 Author: K. Tekalign Negash
   📚 Journal: Journal of Commerce, Management, and Tourism Studies
   📅 Year: 2023
   🔢 Citations: 2

7. 💻 “Practice, Opportunities, and Challenges of Electronic Tax System from Taxpayer’s Perspective: Evidence from Ethiopia”
   🧑‍💼 Authors: T.N. Kebede, D.D. Tona, T.L. Fitamo
   📚 Journal: Journal of Tax Reform
   📅 Year: 2025
   🔢 Citations: 1

8. 📈 “Determinants of Tax Revenue: A Cointegration and Causality Analysis for Ethiopia, 1992–2022”
   🧑‍💼 Authors: K. Tekalign Negash, E. Obsa Teferi, B. Elias Pawulos
   📚 Journal: Journal of Tax Reform
   📅 Year: 2024
   🔢 Citations: 1