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Accounting Professional Organizations for the United States

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
    The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) is a prominent professional organization for certified public accountants (CPAs) in the United States, founded in 1887. It is the largest accounting association globally, with over 400,000 members across 130 countries.
  • The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
    The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) is a global professional body for management accountants, based in the United Kingdom. It offers training and qualifications in management accounting and related subjects, focusing on accountants working in industry. CIMA is one of the professional associations for accountants in the UK and Ireland, with an emphasis on developing the management accounting profession. It is the largest and oldest management accounting body in the world, with over 115,000 members and 6,500 CGMA students as of 2020. CIMA was formed in March 1919 as the Institute of Cost and Works Accountants.
  • American Accounting Association (AAA)
    The American Accounting Association (AAA) is the premier community of accountants in academia, founded in 1916. It has a rich history built on leading-edge research and publications. The diversity of its membership fosters collaboration and innovation, shaping the future of accounting through teaching, research, and a powerful network. The organization promotes worldwide excellence in accounting education, research, and practice, and it extends its focus beyond accounting to include areas such as information systems, artificial intelligence, public interest, auditing, taxation, international accounting, and teaching and curriculum. Approximately 30% of its members live and work outside the United States.
  • The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA)
    The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an international professional association headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida, USA and was founded in 1941. It serves as the global voice, recognized authority, and acknowledged leader for the internal audit profession. The IIA provides educational conferences, develops standards, and offers certifications to support internal auditors worldwide. With over 250,000 members from nearly 200 countries as of 2024, the organization aims to empower professionals through dynamic leadership and resources. Members engage in internal auditing, risk management, governance, internal control, information technology audit, education, and security. The IIA's mission is to provide assurance, advice, insight, and foresight to boards and senior management, thereby strengthening an organization's ability to create, protect, and sustain value.
  • Institute of Management Accountants (IMA)
    The Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) is a global association for financial professionals that supports the careers and professional development of its members. It offers the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification, which enhances knowledge, skills, and career opportunities in management accounting. IMA provides access to career opportunities, networking, and leadership opportunities, as well as NASBA-approved continuing education courses. The organization advocates for the highest ethical business practices and supports the management accounting profession through research and thought leadership. As of 2024, It has more than 140,000 members that are located in more than 150 countries. It was formed in October of 1919 as the National Association of Cost Accountants.