Society Membership, A Great Investment

Your dues investment gets you membership in the ONLY statewide association that cares exclusively about the professional needs and views of Arkansas CPAs.  It's an investment in your chosen profession, in your career and in yourself.

Invest in Your Future

• Now is the time to invest in your future!  You have credentials that will be taken seriously in the business world.  Now, more than ever, it is important for you to stay on top of issues, trends and developments in the Profession.
• Membership in the Society will help you get ahead in your career.  Our educational programs and publications will give you information that will help you keep up in this fast-paced profession.  We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of services that will meet every need of the Accounting Profession.
• With over 95 years of service to the Accounting Profession, the Arkansas Society of CPAs (ASCPA) is an active professional organization of CPAs working together to improve the Profession and serve the public interest.

For over 95 years the Society has been dedicated to providing members with a wide variety of activities and services which assist members in realizing their professional potential. 

As a member of the ASCPA, you are eligible for services and activities developed to help you be more effective in your professional career. Some of the services and benefits available to members are: Annual Convention; Annual Leadership Conference; Awards, Emergency Assistance Plan; Information Exchange Service; Part-Time Assistance Program; Professional Liaison Program; and Publications. Discounts are available from Accounting Professional Search Services, Arkansas Federal Credit Union, Fedex Kinkos, Genesys Conferencing, Alamo Rental Car, Avis Rental Car, Capital Confirmation, Career Bank, The CPA Journal, The CPA Technology Advisor, Dell Computers, Dental & Vision Insurance, FedEx Shipping, Fidelity Investments Brokerage Group, First National Merchant Solutions (Credit Card Processing), Hertz Rental Car, Hewlett Packard, IC System (Collection Services), Bank of America Credit Card, Monroe Systems for Business Calculators, Office Depot, Research Institute of America, Regions Insurance, and Sam's Club Warehouse.

The following are just some of the benefits of Society membership:

Legislative Representation – State and federal governments affect all CPAs.  The Society maintains a close working relationship, and keeps in constant touch with state legislators and the Arkansas congressional delegation concerning legislation affecting the profession and Arkansas business.

Continuing Professional Education – To support members’ professional growth, the Society’s CPE program provides over 100 accredited courses and seminars each year.  These seminars and courses encompass the various needs of CPAs in public practice, industry, education and government.  Keeping well informed of the changes in the profession gives members a competitive edge!

Insurance – Various affordable insurance plans offered through the Society are a real bargain for members.  The coverages are more than competitive when compared to other state societies.

Peer Contact and Professional Growth – Through educational programs, committee service and special Society events, opportunities abound for meeting and exchanging ideas with fellow professionals and for developing leadership skills.

Public Relations Programs – By seeking exposure in newspapers, radio and television, the Society works to enhance the image of the CPA in Arkansas.  Through speeches and presentations, Society members take active roles promoting the CPA profession among schools and colleges.

And So Much More!

Of course, members receive the ASCPA monthly newsletter, which provides the latest news and information about Society and professional activities, technical articles and news about fellow Arkansas CPAs.

If there are services and information you need, the Society staff is just a call away at (501) 664-8739, or in Arkansas at (800) 482-8739.  Or e-mail us at ascpa@arcpa.org

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