New Economic Crisis Resource Center Launched for CPAs

In this time of global economic turmoil, individuals and businesses alike are in desperate need of guidance and reliable information. CPAs are increasingly being called upon by employers and clients - as well as family and friends - for help in navigating current and future financial challenges.

To ensure CPAs have the essential information needed to serve as leaders at work, at home and in their communities, the AICPA has launched the Economic Crisis Resource Center (www.aicpa.org/economy), the most comprehensive online resource for the CPA profession during these challenging economic times. Developed in partnership with CPA2Biz, the AICPA's marketing and technology subsidiary, the site features more than 200 items to address the concerns of every CPA work environment, including articles on strategic planning, budgeting and forecasting; webcasts on credit and financing impacts; tools for minimizing the effects of a recession; CPE courses on fraud detection and maintaining the public trust; and professional development resources, such as the new CPA Job Finder where CPAs can search active job listings and post openings.

To ensure that CPAs have access to the tools needed during these challenging times, the AICPA will continue to develop and add new resources to this centralized hub. In the coming weeks and months, AICPA members will be surveyed on their usage of materials and content on the Resource Center and feedback will be used to shape future development of the site. To suggest new content, please email economy@aicpa.org.

The AICPA and the Arkansas Society of CPAs are committed to supporting the CPA profession through these turbulent times. Together, we can help achieve better days for everyone.