Accounting June 10, 2025
11 CPA Candidates Take Home Elijah Watt Sells Award
More than 74,000 individuals sat for the CPA exam last year, but only 11 met the criteria to receive the prestigious Elijah Watt Sells Award from the AICPA and NASBA.
Accounting May 15, 2025
Andrew Mintzer Receives Gold Medal Award of Distinction From AICPA
The award, the highest honor bestowed by the AICPA, was presented to Mintzer for his lasting impact on and being a passionate advocate for the accounting profession, as well as his significant contributions to accounting and auditing standards.
Accounting May 14, 2025
AICPA and NASBA Approve of Alternate CPA Licensure Paths
The AICPA and NASBA have given the green light to expanding the accounting profession's model law, the Uniform Accountancy Act, to include a new optional pathway for CPA candidates to obtain licensure, the two groups said on Wednesday.
Accounting May 14, 2025
Aprio Partner Lexy Kessler Elected AICPA Chair
Over the next year as AICPA chair, Kessler said she will concentrate on shaping the future of the accounting profession and working closely with AICPA members to align the collective vision, strategy, and direction for success.
Accounting May 13, 2025
AICPA Elects New Chair, and More Association News – May 2025
AICPA News is a round-up of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs.
Auditing April 28, 2025
AICPA Comments on Proposed Defunding of PCAOB
The House Financial Services Committee has released draft language to defund the PCAOB and transfer its activities to the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Accounting April 7, 2025
AICPA Committee Approves Clarification to Standards for CAS Financial Statement Preparation
The statement clarifies that a CPA is not required to apply AR-C Section 70, Preparation of Financial Statements, when the preparation of financial statements is not the primary objective of a consulting services engagement.
Accounting March 11, 2025
Business Executives’ Outlook on U.S. Economy Fades Amid Tariff and Inflation Worries, AICPA & CIMA Survey Finds
The shift reflects growing concerns about inflation and tariffs, according to the survey, which polls chief executive officers, chief financial officers, controllers, and other CPAs.
Accounting March 4, 2025
Comment Period Opens on AICPA and NASBA Plan for Additional Pathway to CPA Licensure
The AICPA and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy are seeking public comment over the next 60 days on proposed changes to the accounting profession’s model law, the Uniform Accountancy Act, that would create an additional path to CPA licensure.
AICPA February 14, 2025
AICPA Highlights Key Concerns for Individuals to Keep in Mind During 2024 Tax Season
As taxpayers navigate the challenges of tax season, the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) is identifying areas individual filers to be aware of for this filing season.
Accounting February 14, 2025
AICPA, NASBA Share Plans for Additional Pathway to CPA Licensure
The American Institute of CPAs and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy are advancing proposed changes to the Uniform Accountancy Act that would clear the way for states to adopt an additional path to CPA licensure while also adjusting practice mobility requirements.
Firm Management February 10, 2025
Former AICPA CEO Barry Melancon Joins Baker Tilly
The Louisiana native, who retired at the end of last year after a nearly 30-year run as AICPA chief executive, will join Baker Tilly as an advisor and will become a non-executive director and chair-elect of the Baker Tilly International board of directors.