Membership Benefits
As a member of the Wisconsin Institute of CPAs, you are entitled to
many benefits. You may have already taken advantage of some of them, and you may not know
that others are available to you.
The most significant benefit of membership in the WICPA
is knowledge transfer, whether that be through networking, continuing professional
education, conferences, committee and board leadership,
our
magazine, Web site, or other venues.
Continuing professional education
WICPA’s continuing professional education programs provide
more than 1,400 hours of CPE credit a year. Courses are varied, with offerings in every
area from specific software applications to taxation, financial planning, business
management, accounting and auditing, and specialized knowledge areas, including
litigation, real estate, non-profits and others.
The Bridge (published bi-monthly in the
months opposite On Balance) lists many of the upcoming CPE programs
offered by WICPA. Seminars, conferences, breakfast programs, TGIF, webcasts and
discussion groups are promoted in The Bridge in order to keep the member
apprised of CPE opportunities to meet their educational needs.
Courses are listed in The CPE
Catalog, on the Web site and in The Bridge. Special conference brochures provide all the details you need. Registration is
easy and fast, with electronic registration offered as an option.
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Center for
Corporate Financial Leadership
The
Wisconsin Institute of CPA's has partnered with the Center for Corporate
Financial Leadership (CCFL) to address the unique needs of members in
corporate finance. CCFL is dedicated to meeting the needs of corporate
finance professionals through high-quality executive education, knowledge
resources, and networking communities.
Through this
consortium, that includes
Illinois,
Indiana,
Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri and Wisconsin CPA
Societies, CCFL is positioned to serve the needs and interests of more
than 40,000 corporate financial professionals from a wide spectrum of
industries and diverse areas of expertise.
The WICPA through the Center for
Corporate Financial Leadership is committed to helping you fulfill your
role as a strategic leader in your company, as well as helping your
business to succeed in the marketplace. It is your one-stop shop for
information and resources that are strategically focused on the day to day
issues you face, as well as the latest trends and hot topics to take you
into the future. CCFL Executive Education programs are available to all
members, and they will be listed in the CPE scheduled.
As part of your
WICPA membership, you are able to utilize CCFL services at no additional
charge. We hope you will take a closer look at
what CCFL has to offer. If you have further questions, please contact
Keith Chrisler, Director of CPE.
To login . . .
Your username is your last name, plus your member ID number (with no space
between), and your password is your member ID. Your member ID number can
be found on your WICPA newsletter label or the CCFL website offers instant
e-mail assistance.
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CCH
Partnership | 30% discount on book orders
The Wisconsin Institute of Certified
Public Accountants is partnering with CCH for more
Member Benefits for you!
Member Order Direct
from CCH gives you an easy, quick and economical way to order books from
the CCH Online Bookstore.
You can order ANY of 175 CCH
Tax & Accounting titles on the Wisconsin Institute/CCH Partner Page at a
30% Discount!
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Accounting & Audit
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Planning
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Practice Management
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Tax Preparation
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Tax Research
Follow this address to the CCH Online
Bookstore and select any quantity of books. Just use your DISCOUNT
CODE at check-out.
Wisconsin Institute of CPAs CCH Member Direct Partner Page Address:
http://tax.cchgroup.com/members/wicpa
Member discount
code: Y5605
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CCH Learning Center
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150 Web-based, interactive, Tax & Accounting CPE courses
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Great for “just in time” instruction to meet a client need, a new staff
member’s training, or a deadline to complete CPE requirements
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Start a course, and return to it, anywhere, anytime
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Print it out for reference or to supplement in-house training
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WICPA Member discounted rate of $245/seat/year (a 30% discount)
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Try out one of two free courses at cch.learningcenter.com
Follow this link to the CCH/ Wisconsin Institute
of Certified Public Accountants Partner Page for sign-up information.
Wisconsin
Institute of CPAs CCH Learning Center Partner Page Address:
http://tax.cchgroup.com/cchlearningcenter/wicpa
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Money-saving benefits and services
Members who desire a job change and firms looking to hire CPAs are
encouraged to take advantage of the WICPA Resume and Referral Service, which publishes
information about candidates and opportunities. The WICPA also runs free advertisements
for non-profits seeking CPA volunteers.
In
addition, the WICPA offers.
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Peer Review
The WICPA facilitates a Peer Review Program that helps members in
public practice to maintain high practical and ethical standards and to stay on the
leading edge of the profession.
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Networking and knowledge transfer
Knowledge shared through professional networking cannot be
underestimated. With more than 8,200 members, the WICPA’s wealth is in its brain
power. CPAs from all walks of life — industry, public accounting, government,
non-profits and education—and from all areas of the state come together to share
information that keeps them on the cutting edge of the profession.
Each month, the WICPA calendar is filled with opportunities for
networking such as committee and other leadership meetings, seminars and conferences. The
WICPA Web site contains pages of regularly updated information and offers easy, interactive access to
staff and members.
On Balance,
published bi-monthly and mailed to every member, is our newly redesigned
magazine which features engaging stories, news and information about accounting
in Wisconsin. It is
written by members, for members. Advertising is offered as a benefit in the magazine and on
the Web.
The magazine and Web site
list conferences, local industry roundtable and breakfast
meetings in the CPE Update. Each spring and fall, the CPAs in Industry Committee
hosts one-day conferences that provide comprehensive training and information for CPAs.
Members
Only provides a “Who’s Who” of members
and leaders.
WICPA also sends a monthly electronic newsletter,
Frequency, and selected electronic mail to members, alerting them to specific activities in their areas of interest
and locations.
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Leadership
As a CPA and as a WICPA member, you are encouraged to become
involved and help chart the course for the profession. This article offers a brief outline
of the opportunities that are open to your input and participation. But you must take the
first step. Review this Web site and On Balance for your interest
areas and to learn about the member leaders in those areas. Contact the committee chairs
and ask how you can become involved. Each year, selected leaders are recognized for their
contributions.
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Public outreach
You know how difficult it is to keep the unique skills and services
of the CPA in the minds of those with whom you do business. A top WICPA priority is to do
that for you. Every year, the WICPA purchases advertising on statewide radio and in
business publications promoting the CPA as a trusted business adviser. Members and WICPA
staff also work with local media all over the state to promote business and accounting
issues that require the CPA’s expertise.
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National representation
Wisconsinites have a long tradition of participation at the
national level in everything from business to politics. The WICPA continues that tradition
with active leadership in the American Institute of CPAs and other national organizations.
WICPA leaders provide a voice for you in decisions about the profession at the national
level. Your WICPA representatives are not running with the pack, they are
setting the pace.
The Institute takes a proactive approach in working with government
on your behalf. Member leaders keep watch on legislation that might impact the profession,
and, when necessary, work with lawmakers to help make needed changes. The WICPA offers
opportunities for political contributions, enabling you to have a direct impact on public
policy.
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Advancing the profession: the next generation
Members and
WICPA staff also work together on student awareness. The WICPA helps sponsor
events for students and educators, and is represented by members at conferences
and activities. Efforts are made to bring CPAs into the classroom to help
students from fifth grade and up to see the exciting opportunities available to
CPAs. Scholarships help the next generation with their educational goals.
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