The AICPA Information Technology Membership Section was formed in 1991, in recognition of the profound impact that technology has on the accounting profession. As new technologies continue to be developed and implemented, accounting operations and information systems are becoming increasingly intertwined and interdependent. Technology plays a prominent role in ensuring that organizations' regulatory, compliance, security, privacy, assurance and attestation needs are being met, mandating that the CPA perspective become an essential component of IT governance.

The Information Technology Membership Section is a voluntary AICPA membership section for CPAs who want to hone their information technology skills and learn how to apply new technologies to expand their portfolio of services, increase their efficiency and maximize their profit. Today’s accounting professionals realize the profound impact that technology has on their profession. IT members have access to an impressive array of resources to help them as they strive to implement new technologies that more efficiently serve their clients and maintain their competitive advantage.

As an IT Section member you receive enormous value from your membership including:

·         IT Community Web Seminars, exclusive IT Community web events allowing credential holders to stay current on emerging issues and technologies affecting business and the accounting profession. View a Sample. 

·        Communications on critical regulatory issues that affect your practice. 

·         Practice guides that deliver information about the practical business implications of new technological developments.

·         The InfoTech Update, a monthly newsletter covering the latest developments in technology and essential practice-related information. View Sample

·         The CPA Technology Advisor, a news magazine that is the only CPA-focused technology magazine assisting public accountants in selecting their own software solutions and advising their clients on accounting and business management software decisions. (A $49.95 value)

 ·         Exclusive Discounts on selected AICPA Webcasts, publications, and conferences, including the annual AICPA TECH+ conference. 

·         IT Community Podcasts include emerging technology initiative discussions from CPAs working in related technology fields that are available for you to download and listen.

·         Community Networking, networking sessions are a great opportunity to meet other CITP members in the local area and discuss or exchange ideas regarding the latest technology issues or concerns.

·         Online Community, exclusive IT Section and CITP community groups on the professional networking site LinkedIn that helps you identify and reach out to other fellow technology members.

Become part of a community of over 3,200 AICPA members who specialize in information technology. Join the IT Section today!