Ralph Hoeven

Ralph ter Hoeven, born in 1962, is a prominent figure at Deloitte in the Netherlands, where he serves as a partner and chairs the IFRS Center of Excellence in Rotterdam.

His expertise lies in providing advice and support to audit teams on IFRS and Dutch GAAP applications, reviewing accounting positions, and serving as a technical partner for varied functions within Deloitte.

Additionally, Ralph directly advises clients on IFRS applications and interpretations, and globally chairs the Expert Advisory Panel on Employee Benefits at Deloitte.

He is actively involved in professional groups such as the Working Group Pensions of the Dutch Accounting Standards Board, having formerly contributed to the Working Group Employee Benefits of the International Accounting Standards Board.

Ralph is also an esteemed professor of Financial Accounting at the University of Groningen, overseeing courses and research activities within the field.

With a strong publication record, including a PhD thesis on Reorganizations and Financial Reporting, Ralph has solidified his position as a thought leader in the accounting domain.

Moreover, he has had diverse roles in various organizations, not only at Deloitte but also as a project manager, assistant professor, lecturer, and fundraising consultant.