5 Point Pipeline Promise
Focusing on the future
The Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) and the FICPA Scholarship Foundation are dedicated to promoting the profession and strengthening the talent pipeline. Of course, our efforts are only possible thanks to the continued support of our members and donors.
Together, we can close the talent gap and open the door to accounting. This is our 5-Point Pipeline Promise:
Reaching K-12 Students
Providing Scholarships and Support
Pairing Employers With Talent
Expanding Access to Licensure
Cultivating Future Leaders
Reaching K-12 Students
The FICPA supports national programs that increase awareness of the endless possibilities a career in accounting can provide.
Accounting Opportunities Week
As a national collaboration between state CPA societies and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Accounting Opportunities Week grants thousands of students across the country the chance to ask CPAs what a future career in accounting and finance looks like. Each year, FICPA members visit schools across the state, spreading awareness of the CPA profession and informing students of the limitless potential of the CPA license.
Accounting+
The FICPA is proud to financially support the Center for Audit Quality's Accounting+ initiative. The program has already generated more than one billion digital impressions in its campaign to reach a diverse, young audience and attract students to accounting. Learn more.
Providing Scholarships and Support
Getting students excited about a career in accounting or finance is not the only hurdle we face when building the talent pipeline.
Many students lack the financial and instructional support they need to meet educational requirements successfully.
The FICPA Scholarship Foundation develops strong relationships with educators across the state and provides financial support to fourth-year, fifth-year and graduate-level students.
The FICPA Scholarship Foundation’s mission and vision to provide support, foster success and attract and cultivate talent for the accounting profession in Florida is integral to growing awareness of the profession and assisting future CPAs to attain their career dreams.
Impact Circle
The FICPA Scholarship Foundation extends its heartfelt thanks to Jesus Socorro, Tony Argiz and Steve Morrison for their respective $100,000 pledges. For more information on how you can follow their lead and fund the future of the profession, visit our website and email foundation@ficpa.org.
Exam Prep Scholarship
In addition to our activities described above, the FICPA Scholarship Foundation also partners with leading CPA Exam prep providers to award free four-part, full-course study materials to eligible applicants each year.
Pairing Employers With New Talent
To match firms with some of the most promising prospects in our state, the FICPA hosts annual events that give employers the chance to recruit future accounting professionals before they graduate.
Accounting Scholars Leadership Symposium
The Accounting Scholars Leadership Symposium offers firms an opportunity to showcase themselves to students who are eager to fine tune their professional skills and explore the benefits of licensure.
Expanding Access to Licensure
The FICPA is working to craft solutions that both strengthen the pipeline and protect the integrity of licensure.
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New Pathways to Licensure
The FICPA has introduced priority legislation in the Florida House and Senate that would create three new pathways to licensure in Florida while upholding the high standards and rigor the profession for which the profession is known.
Bridge to CPA: 30 Hours. Zero Cost.
The FICPA, Nova Southeastern University, and three South Florida accounting firms – Berkowitz Pollack Brant, Kaufman Rossin and PAAST – have unveiled a pilot program, Bridge to CPA, that will give eligible candidates the opportunity to fulfill their fifth-year requirements without having to navigate the cost and access barriers that can dissuade potential CPAs from obtaining their license. Learn more.
Cultivating Future Leaders
Of course, talent discussions aren't only about recruitment. We are likewise committed developing Young CPAs and assisting firms with retention.
Leadership Academy
The FICPA Leadership Academy is a selective, high-impact program for CPAs age 35 and under who are looking to grow as leaders. Candidates who are nominated by their employers are chosen to attend sessions, where they learn valuable leadership skills to bring back and implement in the office. Learn more.
Talent Accelerator
We've partnered with Jeremy Wortman, Ph.D., and HRD Initiatives to present the FICPA Talent Accelerator: our official talent-enhancement program. As one of the nation’s leading talent management consultants for the accounting profession, Jeremy works with firms of all sizes to explore management strategies, build talent, implement solutions and coach individual leaders. Learn more.
Registered Apprenticeships for Finance Business Partners
The FICPA is pleased to partner with the AICPA on an apprenticeship program benefitting our colleagues in corporate finance. This program will enhance the Florida talent pipeline through instruction leading to a profession-recognized credential, on the job training and mentorship. Learn more.
Additional Resources
We’re pleased to spotlight organizations that are actively working to address the talent shortage and stand ready to support our members.
