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The CPA plays an important role in business and the economy. Possessing technical knowledge and skills, the CPA is trained to apply sound judgment in business situations, helping people and organizations evaluate the use of economic resources...
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The CPA plays an important role in business and the economy. Possessing technical knowledge and skills, the CPA is trained to apply sound judgment in business situations, helping people and organizations evaluate the use of economic resources. Today's CPA provides a wide range of services to various sectors including, but not limited to, the business and corporate industry and government and nonprofit organizations, playing many roles such as:
Auditor
Educators
Management Consultants
Personal Financial Representative
Tax Advisor
Technology Consultant
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is the statutory title of qualified accountants in the United States who have passed the Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination and have met additional state education and experience requirements for certification as a CPA. In most states, only CPAs who are licensed can provide to the public attestation (including auditing) opinions on financial statements.
CPAs function as independent auditors and act as advisors to individuals, businesses, financial institutions, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies on various finance and tax-related matters.
To qualify for certification and a state license, an individual generally must:
Have a college degree or its equivalent
Pass the rigorous uniform CPA Examination
Meet certain experience or postgraduate study requirements
Meet annual continuing education requirements
Adhere to certain ethical standards and codes of professional conduct established by governmental bodies and peer organizations