Why a CPA?

A CPA, or certified public accountant, is licensed by a state authority to practice public accounting.  CPAs are distinguished from other accountants by stringent licensing requirements. CPAs take continuing professional education annually to retain their professional licenses to practice and to “stay on top of their game”. The Tax laws in Washington, D.C. and Harrisburg change frequently.  Furthermore, CPAs are governed by a Code of Professional Conduct - one of the most exacting of any profession - which stresses independence, integrity, objectivity, technical competence and adherence to professional standards. This Code emphasizes the CPA's commitment to serving and protecting the public interest.