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.
Spotlight
As you plan for the busy months ahead use the PCPS Busy Season Fun Calendar for ideas to help your team know that you appreciate their hard work. Add your logo and let the fun begin!
Because email is a core communication vehicle, use the opportunity to promote your brand. The mail@cpa.com service lets you personalize your email, helps organize contacts and schedules and maintain overall communication while promoting your brand.
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.
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.
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
Accounting Advisory Council Toolkit
Get involved or strengthen your firm’s relationships with academic accounting departments in your area by joining, or starting, an accounting advisory council. Explore this toolkit to learn more!
IT Corner with Roman - Tax Security
With virtually all tax information stored in computer networks, communicated over the Internet, and being accessed remotely, it has never been more important for tax preparers to be aware of and implement the requirements to properly secure their networks. This edition of the PCPS IT Corner with Roman provides several recommendations and resources to help CPAs properly secure their taxpayer information.
Networking Groups
Segmented by firm size, networking group meetings provide a forum for in-depth practice management discussions and an exchange of best practices with firms throughout the country.
Conducting Stay Interviews Tool
If you’re like most employers, you are concerned about retaining your talent. Consider conducting Stay Interviews to help you understand why your team is engaged and the reasons they might leave. This resource is one component of the PCPS Diversity & Inclusion Toolkit which has tools you can use to recruit, retain and develop top talent.
PCPS Top Issues Survey Results
The most recent survey revealed that many significant challenges for practitioners in 2019 are familiar ones. Take a look at the survey results and resources available to turn your challenges into opportunities!
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.
