Serving on an FICPA committee is an excellent opportunity for you to network with your peers, share your expertise, and be an influencer in shaping the future. 

There are different types of committees; each playing an integral part in making the profession future ready. We invite you to learn how you can be part of that journey. If you have not served before, we recommend you apply for one of the General Committees.

Committee Selection

The first quarter of each calendar year, we invite you to choose up to three general committees that you would like to volunteer to serve on for the next full membership year.  Appointments are finalized in early June and are confirmed in writing to each member. Committee re-appointment is not automatic. You must reapply to serve each year.

Many factors are considered for committee selection, including individual expertise; previous service; diversity and extent of FICPA-member participation; experience level; geographic location; and firm/company dynamics.

All committee membership is evaluated by the Board of Directors, current Committee Chair, and Vice Chair, and FICPA staff. Appointment recommendations are made considering the stated criteria. The FICPA Chair makes final committee appointments, as well as Committee Chair and Vice Chair assignments.

 

Code of Conduct
By accepting appointment to a committee, members agree to observe and promote the highest standards of ethical conduct in the performance of their responsibilities on a committee.

Reimbursement
Travel, phone, mailing costs, and other expenses incidental to committee meetings are personal obligations of the member. Such obligations should be recognized when accepting a committee appointment.

2023-2024 General Committees

Accounting Careers and Education Committee 

Provide knowledge on accounting career opportunities to support student success and foster relations between colleges and universities through creative and effective outreach initiatives. Develop accounting career programs to attract students to become Certified Public Accountants. Develop programs to support accounting educators with career development, academia needs and interaction with CPA professionals. Provide resources to foster relationships between educators and practitioners.
Commitment level: One meeting and two conference calls.

Accounting Principles & Auditing Standards Committee 

Study, review and comment on outstanding exposure drafts issued by various professional standard-setting bodies.
Commitment Level: Five to six meetings.

CIRA Committee 

Serve in an advisory and SME capacity to assist members in becoming more technically proficient in accounting, tax, consultation, and certain operational matters related to the CIRA industry by sharing valuable, timely information. Activities include developing editorial content, planning an annual conference, and submitting legislative policy recommendations to the State Legislative
Policy Committee, review pending legislation affecting CIRAs and provide comments to appropriate entities, as necessary. In November or December, the committee holds a meeting with the Department of Business and Professions liaisons, alternating between Ft.Lauderdale and Tallahassee.
Conference Commitment Level: One meeting and one conference call, as needed.
Legislative Commitment Level: One meeting and conference call.

Construction Industry Committee 

Serve in an advisory and SME capacity to assist members in becoming more technically proficient in accounting, tax, consultation, and certain operational matters related to the Construction industry by sharing valuable, timely information. Activities include developing editorial content and planning conference session content.
Commitment Level: One meeting and conference call, as needed.

Editorial Committee  - Florida CPA Today Magazine

Suggest topics and issues affecting Florida’s accounting profession for publication in Florida CPA Today Magazine. Perform editorial reviews and provide guidance to article authors. The Editorial Committee may or may not have vacancies from year to year. If interested in serving, contact the staff liaison listed below.
Commitment Level: One meeting, three conference calls and email correspondence.
Staff Liaison: Nick Menta | nick@ficpa.org

Corporate Finance Committee 

Serve in an advisory and SME capacity to assist members in elevating and transforming their corporate finance and accounting functions. Activities include developing editorial content, advising on curriculum, and planning conference session content that focus on business acumen, business challenges, and proficiency in accounting and tax matters.
Commitment Level: One meeting and one conference call, as needed.

Employee Benefits Planning 

Serve in an advisory and SME capacity to assist members in sharpening their knowledge related
to employee benefit plans. Activities include developing editorial content, advising on curriculum, and planning conference session content that enhances the knowledge base of members.
Commitment Level: One meeting and conference call, as needed.

Federal Taxation Committee 

Serve in an advisory and SME capacity, monitoring federal tax activity and providing comments to appropriate entities, as necessary. Develops editorial content and conference sessions to enhance members knowledge of issues in Federal Taxation. Works with the IRS to plan agendas and presentations for programs such as the liaison meeting. Prepare the Legislator’s Tax Guide and write articles for Florida CPA Today Magazine and the FICPA website.
Commitment Level: Two meetings and occasional conference calls.

Health Care Industry Committee 
 

Serve in an advisory and SME capacity to assist members in becoming more technically proficient in accounting, tax, consultation, and certain operational matters related to health care and eldercare, including but not limited to physician practice management, nursing Activities include developing editorial content, advising on curriculum, and planning conference sessions to enhance CPAs industry knowledge.
Commitment Level: One meeting and one to two conference calls, as needed.

International Taxation Committee 

Serve in an advisory and SME capacity to assist members in becoming more technically proficient in issues related to International Tax. Activities include, planning and present a two-day conference and a one-day boot camp in Miami in collaboration with the Florida Bar Tax Section, and preparing articles for Florida CPA Today Magazine and the FICPA website. Review FICPA-developed CPE manuals related to international taxation for technical accuracy.
Commitment Level: One meeting and one to two conference calls, as needed.

State Legislative Policy Committee 

Discuss revisions to Florida accountancy laws and rules, develop proposed legislative policies, coordinate with FICPA committees on potential legislative issues and review pending legislation affecting the CPA profession. Prepare summaries for legislative positions and submit recommendations for the legislative agenda for the Executive Committee and Board of Governors’ consideration.
Commitment Level: One meeting and two conference calls.
 

State and Local Government Committee 

SME capacity to assist members in becoming more technically proficient in issues related to State and Local Government. Activities include developing editorial content, advising on curriculum, and planning conference sessions to enhance CPAs industry knowledge. Submit legislative policy recommendations to the State Legislative Policy Committee, review pending legislation affecting state and local governments and provide comments to appropriate entities, as necessary.
Conference Commitment Level: One meeting and one conference call, as needed.
Legislative Commitment Level: One meeting with several committee conference calls.

State Tax 

Serve in an advisory and SME capacity to assist members in becoming more technically proficient in issues related to State Taxes. Activities include developing editorial content, advising on curriculum, and planning conference sessions at the State Tax Flex Track at MEGA CPE Conference held in Orlando and provide state taxation professionals with opportunities for knowledge sharing, professional development and advocacy on Florida-specific tax issues. In November or December,
the committee holds a meeting with the Department of Revenue liaisons in Tallahassee. Submit legislative policy recommendations to the State Legislative Policy Committee, review pending legislation affecting state tax and provide comments to appropriate entities, as necessary.
Conference Commitment Level: One meeting and one conference call, as needed.
Legislative Commitment Level: One meeting with several committee conference calls

Valuation, Forensic Accounting and Litigation Services Committee 

Serve in an advisory and SME capacity to assist members in becoming more technically proficient in issues related to Valuation, Forensic Accounting and Litigation Services. Activities include developing editorial content for Florida CPA Today Magazine and FICPA website.
Commitment Level: One meeting and one conference

Women in Leadership Committee 

Develop, promote and recognize women in accounting through professional development and mentoring. Attend one in-person meeting;
plan and attend the Women in Leadership Summit, and participate in at least one subcommittee from the following list.
Commitment Level: One meeting and nine conference calls.

Young CPAs Committee 

Promote young CPA participation by coordinating social, educational and philanthropic activities in local chapter areas and throughout the state with outreach to other young CPAs, local professionals and accounting students. Plan, promote and
participate in a CPA Day of Service event in local areas. Provide feedback for the Emerging Leaders Program.
Commitment Level: One meeting and two conference call.

Interested in learning more about committees? 
 
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Heather Ketzner
Enterprise Value Coordinator
HeatherK@ficpa.org
850-521-5920