WICPA Committees & Boards

The Accounting & Auditing Conference provides CPAs and financial professionals in public accounting, industry and government, as well as their staff with information on current changes and timely issues in auditing standards, FASB, GASB, governmental managing, improving data and document workflow, and accounting and financial reporting, in addition to training in technology and soft skills.

The Accounting Careers Committee promotes, educates and excites students about the changing roles as a CPA and the unlimited career opportunities. 

The Accounting Higher Education Committee consists of educator representatives of Wisconsin colleges and universities with accounting programs intended to qualify graduates to take the CPA exam and obtain a CPA license. This Committee provides a forum for these educators to serve as resources to each other and to Wisconsin legislators, regulators, and other policy makers.

The Business & Industry Fall Conference provides CPAs, CEOs, CFOs, controllers and accounting staff in industry, public accounting, government, education and nonprofits updates on current issues and tax implications affecting various areas of business and operations, human resources, IT, as well as new and improved ways to manage a changing workplace.

The Business & Industry Spring Conference provides CPAs, CFOs, CEOs, controllers and accounting staff in industry, public accounting, government, education and nonprofits updates on current accounting and tax implications affecting various areas of business and operations, human resources, IT, as well as new and improved ways to manage a changing workplace.

The semi-annual CPA2b editorial planning meeting is an opportunity for members to provide input on content to be published in the magazine. Members are encouraged to share issues and trends impacting aspiring accountants and knowledge that will help those individuals to thrive in the profession. Feedback is used to help plan the editorial calendar for the upcoming issue.

The annual On Balance editorial planning meeting is an opportunity for members to critique content published in the magazine. Members are encouraged to share issues and trends affecting their business, clients and the accounting profession. Feedback is used to help plan the editorial calendar for the coming year.

The WICPA Educational Foundation Board plays a pivotal role in supporting programs to improve awareness and perceptions by educating students and educators about the exciting opportunities available to accounting professionals.

The Ethics Committee oversees the effective regulation and enforcement of the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct.

The Federal Taxation Committee regularly engages in dialogue with the IRS, discusses new developments in federal taxation matters and keeps WICPA members informed of new developments in tax authority, practice and procedures.

The Financial Institutions Conference covers a variety of specialized topics that include regulatory and legislative updates, compliance issues, and the latest economic conditions that challenge both larger and community-based financial institutions.

The Legislation Review Committee serves as a resource to review proposed legislation the WICPA receives and provides input for the WICPA to respond to legislators.

The Not-for-Profit Accounting Conference provides all levels of financial professionals in nonprofit and health care organizations with the knowledge, insight and strategies to use when facing accounting and financial challenges specific to their organizations with topics including tax-exempt issues, fundraising and risk management.

The Public Policy Committee is vigilant in monitoring public policy issues that impact the profession and in recommending and implementing appropriate actions and responses to our state’s elected representatives and other policy-making bodies.

The School District Audit Conference, partnered with Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, provides the only training for auditors of Wisconsin public school districts and Private School Choice Program schools. This includes the latest auditing updates, developments and tools they can use to better serve school districts and their communities.

The Tax Conference is the must-attend event of the year for accountants, lawyers and business professionals who want to broaden their knowledge with the latest Wisconsin and federal tax laws and issues. This two-day conference appeals to professionals from all levels of experience, including CPAs in industry and public practice, as well as practicing attorneys, corporate counsel and business and financial managers.

The WICPA Board of Directors provides strategic governance in accordance with the WICPA strategic plan, mission and vision. The board ensures the WICPA serves the diverse needs of members, enhances professional competency, promotes the value of members and the profession, advocates on behalf of the profession and builds community among members.

The Wisconsin Taxation Committee regularly engages in dialogue with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue, discusses new developments in Wisconsin taxation matters and keeps WICPA members informed of new developments in Wisconsin tax authority, practice and procedures.

The Young Professionals Committee is focused on WICPA engagement and inspiring students to enter the accounting profession.