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
We’re connecting PCPS member firms with promising accounting majors of ethnically diverse backgrounds. Apply for the opportunity to be a cosponsoring firm and demonstrate your commitment to diversity while gaining an edge in recruitment. Firm applications due November 30th.
What do the numbers mean for the profession? How does your firm compare? The survey offers participating firms a comprehensive platform to perform a personalized diagnostic review of their firm, providing numerous important takeaways. Join us on November 5th from 2pm ET!
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
CPA Culture of Support Toolkit
Build a supportive culture as your employees tackle all four sections of the CPA Exam.
The First 15 Reading Program
Demonstrate your firm’s commitment to the personal and professional development of your team by allowing them paid time to read at the start of each day.
Exploring Cybersecurity Toolkit
October is cybersecurity month! The PCPS Cybersecurity Toolkit provides learning resources, staff training tools, and tools to use with clients to assess their needs for cybersecurity services. Together, these tools will help your firm analyze your service opportunities and assist in building a cybersecurity practice.
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.
Client Evaluation Tool and Client Disengagement Letter
Determine if you’ve got the right mix of clients and properly manage the termination of a client when needed.
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.
