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Professional Issues

Professional Issues 

The issues that affect the CPA profession are as varied as the roles and responsibilities of CPAs in the marketplace.  The work we do has a significant impact on the financial markets, regulation and the economic health of large and small businesses around the world. Our work ultimately protects the public by ensuring the integrity of financial information and advocating for fair and adequate legislation.

  • Professional Issues & Initiatives Slide
    This slide provides an overview of current issues and AICPA initiatives.
  • Disaster Recovery
    CPAs are helping victims recover from the financial implications of a disaster.
  • Social Security
    Find out about the AICPA resources that help to keep legislators and the public aware of issues involved in the Social Security debate.
  • Tax Reform
    The AICPA has a long history of assisting lawmakers with tax policy matters. Find out about the CPA Profession's latest efforts.
  • Start Here, Go Places.
    The AICPA's site where high school students can find out about careers in accounting and read AICPA-member CPA profiles.
  • Financial Literacy
    CPAs have stepped up to assist with this nationwide problem.
  • CPA Ambassador Program
    Member volunteers help spread the word about the CPA Profession.
  • XBRL
    Its all the rage in financial reporting and it started right here at the AICPA.
  • Anti-Fraud Initiatives
    It's a serious concern to every business and consumer. Here's what the AICPA is doing to help.
  • Enhanced Business Reporting
    Historical financial statements are becoming history. Timely, relevant and more transparent business reporting is on the way.
  • Peer Review Transparency
    The profession is moving toward increased transparency of peer review information.
  • Private Company Financial Reporting
    A blue ribbon panel on private company financial reporting submitted its recommendations to the Financial Accounting Foundation in Jan. 2011. On Oct. 4, 2011 FAF released a proposal that the AICPA does not believe will bring meaningful, lasting change.

Resources

"Emerging Issues Impacting Today's Accountants" - an article from Robert Half International

An Overview of the AICPA

An Overview of Major AICPA Programs

Specialized Interest Areas at the AICPA
 

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How to Sell a Big Idea to Management

Article You’re sitting on an idea that might save your company hundreds of thousands of dollars, bring in new clients and customers, or provide some other kind gain, but how to do you communicate it to management? Here are some selling techniques on how to get the all-important “consensus,” as well
Published on May 14, 2013

Make 2013 a Success An Interview With Rebecca Ryan

Article Learn how to make 2013 a success.  An interview with Rebecca Ryan uncovers what motivates the next generation of CPAs.
Published on April 10, 2013

Creating Fun in the Workplace Q&A With Angie Herbers

Article Who says you can’t have fun at work? We spend most of our daylight hours in the office, so it’s time to make the most of it in terms of really enjoying your environment and the people you work with … you don’t want to miss HR consultant Angie Herbers’
Published on February 14, 2013

Office Romances The Good, Bad and Rules of Thumb to Avoid the Ugly

Article February is Valentines’ month, which means our minds wander a bit and we think of dating and romance. As a young CPA, how would you handle dating someone you worked with at the office? Relax; we’ve done the thinking for you with this checklist of what you need to know
Published on February 14, 2013

Three Ways to Manage Conflict in the Workplace

Application Are unnecessary workplace conflicts overshadowing your business’s more important time-sensitive engagements? Based on Tamara Loerzel’s presentation at the 2012 E.D.G.E. Conference, discover the four types of personalities, learn how to deal with “triangulation,” and find out why conflict might just be a good thing.
Published on January 16, 2013

How Much Will I Need When I Retire

Article Although “retirement” may be decades away, it’s a fact that most of us do not save nearly enough for retirement. At your age – and with college loans, living expenses, and other costs getting in the way—how much should you set aside now so you’ll be prepared for the future?
Published on January 16, 2013

Specialized Interest Centers

Overview The AICPA has developed the Audit Quality Centers, as well as a series of AICPA Special Interest Centers to provide valuable resources for CPAs in specialized practice areas.
Published on January 14, 2013

How to Improve Your Image What You Wear Matters

Article Just because you have casual day at your office doesn’t mean you need to dress WAY down. Although many young professionals may not want to hear it, what you wear really does affect and influence your image and your firm’s or company’s reputation. An accounting firm expert discusses the topic
Published on November 13, 2012

Tax Reform

Overview The AICPA advocates for sound tax policy. From issuing reports to testifying before Congress, the AICPA helps the public to understand the tax implications of legislative decisions.
Published on September 24, 2012

Go Beyond Discover the Community and Opportunity of AICPAs Young CPA Network

Article Welcome to the Young CPA Network brought to you by the AICPA, your trusted source for CPA and accounting related topics and material.  Make the Young CPA Network your springboard for success. From here, the opportunities are endless.
Published on September 05, 2012

Interview Dos and Donts

Article Whether you’re interviewing to hire for a position in your firm or company, or it’s been several years since you’ve interviewed yourself, you should know what you can, and can’t ask, in a job interview. What matters most: the person or the qualifications? The results might surprise you!
Published on September 05, 2012

Tax Benefits and Other Concerns for Expats

Article No matter where you live, worldwide income for U.S. citizens and resident aliens is subject to U.S. taxes. However, those who work and live abroad may qualify for some special tax breaks. Find out what they are in this informative article.
Published on August 15, 2012

Six Tips to Help Your Firm Develop Business in Foreign Countries

Article In today’s global economy, developing business outside the United States is not that unusual, yet, as a young CPA, what can you do to help your firm increase its scope? Here are 10 tips to consider.
Published on August 14, 2012

Whats the Custom

Article Did you know that you should avoid discussing over-sensitive topics with Swedes, while in France, displays of warmth and generosity between business associates are not the norm? Whether you’re doing business in person, long distance or by e-mail, avoid embarrassment by reading this quick primer on what you need to
Published on August 14, 2012

Financial Literacy

Overview The AICPA's efforts to educate Americans and increase financial literacy are widespread. Access consumer and CPA financial literacy resources.
Published on May 07, 2012

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