AICPA

The AICPA, or American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, is a leading professional organization advancing the global accounting and finance profession. It establishes ethical and auditing standards for private U.S. companies and provides extensive resources for professional development. This includes advocacy, CPA credentialing, and thought leadership in audit, management accounting, and sustainability.

Founded in 1887 as the American Association of Public Accountants, the organization emerged to formalize and elevate standards within the nascent U.S. accounting field, fostering public trust. Evolving into the AICPA, it strategically combined in 2017 with the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) to form AICPA & CIMA, establishing a unified global voice for finance professionals.

The AICPA serves aspiring students, public accountants, corporate finance leaders, and diverse firms. Members leverage its educational programs, professional designations like the CPA and CGMA, and technical guidance for enhanced expertise. Its vision is to foster a dynamic global accounting and finance profession, upholding trust, integrity, and providing critical insights in a complex economic environment.