A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a licensed accounting professional who has met state-specific education, examination, and experience requirements to provide high-level accounting, auditing, tax, and consulting services. CPAs are held to strict ethical standards and are considered trusted financial advisors, often authorized to represent taxpayers before the IRS.
A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a licensed accounting professional who prepares, audits, and analyzes financial records, tax returns, and auditing reports. Key responsibilities include ensuring regulatory compliance, strategic financial planning, forensic accounting, and business consulting. They must pass a 4-part exam (AUD, FAR, REG, +1 Discipline) and meet state experience/education requirements.