Firm Practice Management - PCPS
The AICPA’s Private Companies Practice Section (PCPS) supports CPA firms in the everyday intricacies of running a practice. PCPS partners with firms of all sizes, creating targeted and customizable practice management resources, networking opportunities and is a strong, collective voice within the CPA profession.
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The SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program provides emergency funding to offset coronavirus impacts on small businesses. Use these resources to assist your clients in explaining and applying.

Here you’ll find news, resources, learning opportunities, advocacy efforts and more as we continuously monitor the virus’ impact on our members, staff, exam candidates, students and the entire profession.

This hands-on tour of our website is an opportunity for all PCPS members and prospective members to learn how to get the most out of their membership. Join us as we guide you through our valuable resources and provide tips on how to access them easily. Multiple days are available for your convenience.
Small Firm Philosophy Podcast
Hear how Danny Shimamoto, CPA successfully hires and onboards in a virtual environment.
Not a PCPS Member?
Sign up for access to all PCPS tools. For only $35 per CPA per year (maximum of $700), everyone in your firm will have access to
- customizable practice management tools
- publications and webcasts
- networking opportunities
- discounts on AICPA conferences and resources
Not sure if your firm is a PCPS member? Email us at pcps@aicpa.org.
Newest and Most Popular PCPS Resources

Distributed by Design Toolkit
This toolkit enables firms to conduct strategy exercises to make sure remote work, works.

Small Firm Update
Join us for this webcast as Carl Peterson, CPA, AICPA VP of Small Firms, discusses the trends affecting CPAs.

Is your firm still secure in a remote environment?
The remote environment can cause new vulnerabilities that firm guidelines need to address.

Reopening your office
This checklist provides questions to consider as you reopen doors and prepare for staff and client interactions.

Secure your firm post-COVID-19
Educate your personnel and protect your firm's IT infrastructure in this unparalleled time.
PCPS Resource Directory
Looking for a simple way to find a PCPS resource? Found in Excel, this Resource Directory is easy to search and includes direct links so you can navigate quickly to the tool or topic you’re interested in.
Contact Us
Email pcps@aicpa.org or call 1-800-CPA-FIRM with your practice management questions. If you’re looking for a specific PCPS team member, you can find their contact information here.