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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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