SCACPA: Protecting and Promoting the Profession
About SCACPA
The South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) is a vibrant community dedicated to advancing the CPA profession in South Carolina. Established in 1915, SCACPA has been at the forefront of promoting excellence and integrity in accounting. SCACPA’s mission is to support and empower Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) and accounting students through advocacy, community, and professional development.
Empowering a professional community that fosters each members’ success and amplifies the voice of the CPA profession in South Carolina.
SCACPA’s Mission
Our Five Core Values
SCACPA is your partner throughout your career journey. With SCACPA by your side, you’ll gain a competitive advantage as you advance in the profession. With a strong community of CPAs in your network, discover countless opportunities for career growth.
Advocate
Protecting the Profession
SCACPA is dedicated to protecting and promoting the CPA profession in South Carolina by maintaining strong relationships with state and federal legislators to influence bills that impact the profession and business community. Thanks to our volunteers’ efforts, SCACPA has a significant presence at the State House and among regulatory bodies, enabling us to advocate for beneficial regulations effectively. Additionally, SCACPA’s #WhyCPA campaign highlights the value of CPAs to local business owners and individuals.
Grow
A Brighter Future
SCACPA actively advances the CPA profession by fostering relationships with students and educators, reaching hundreds annually to support their CPA journey and career exploration. Through scholarships, exam review discounts, and sharing the CPA story, SCACPA ensures a steady pipeline of quality candidates. This diligent work keeps the profession vibrant and thriving.
Connect
Build Relationships
Build relationships that benefit your career at local networking events, statewide conferences, and even online! SCACPA’s major conferences, Spring Splash and Fall Fest, offer top-notch education and incredible networking opportunities with CPAs statewide. For ongoing support, SCACPA Connect is your private online community where you can ask questions, leave comments, and form new relationships with peers and experts.
Communicate
Customized Communications
In an era of information overload, SCACPA diligently provides relevant content tailored for South Carolina students and CPAs, cutting through the noise to deliver what you need. Follow SCACPA on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram to integrate top professional news into your social media. Stay updated with the weekly e-newsletter, “Current Assets” and a monthly dedicated e-newsletter for students. Additionally, SCACPA offers weekly videos to keep you informed.
Educate
Unlimited Lifelong Learning
SCACPA curates innovative, state-specific education with flexible scheduling, partnering with top providers to bring comprehensive options to one place. You can easily access your credit transcript, simplifying license renewal. Our Education Committee of CPAs ensures high-value, cost-effective offerings, and SCACPA swiftly provides expertise for last-minute issues. Enjoy unlimited access to professional education as a SCACPA member, giving you control over your ongoing success without worrying about costs.
Join SCACPA
Whether you’re an accounting student or a nontraditional student, SCACPA offers a range of membership options to suit your needs. By joining SCACPA, you become part of a dynamic community committed to your success and the advancement of the accounting profession in South Carolina.
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