Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland (CPA)

Overview:

Profession(s): Accounting & Auditing
Member Type(s): Accountants
Scope: National - Ireland
Formed: 1943
Members: 5,000
Address: 9 Ely Place, Dublin , 2, Ireland
Phone: +353 1 676 7353
Fax: +353 1 661 2367
Email: jbrennan@cpairleand.ie
Website: www.cpaireland.ie

Description:

The Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland is a leading recognised accountancy body representing 5,000 members and students. Our membership operates in public practice, industry, financial services and the public sector. The CPA qualification is recognised under the EU Mutual Directive, and CPAs work in 28 countries around the world.

Mission/Aims:

The Institute oversees the professional activities of its members in practice, and ensures that education and training standards are maintained. As the first Accountancy Body in Ireland to introduce a mandatory regime of continuing professional education (CPE), the Institute ensures that all CPAs remain at the leading edge throughout their careers. It provides a high quality service to members and students which has been recognised through the award and maintenance of ISO 9001:2000.

Member Benefits:

The Institute offers a range of benefits and services, developed in conjunction with accredited providers, to all members.

Affiliations:

Associations to which we are a member:
IFAC
FEE
Edinburgh Group
IAAER
CCABI

Our member Associations, Chapters, Divisions:
Leinster CPA Society
Munster CPA Society
Mid Western CPA Society
Western CPA Society
Ulster CPA Society
British CPA Society

Verification Criteria:

CPAs undergo and complete a rigorous education, examination and training process. In practice, it takes on average between five and seven years to qualify as a professional accountant. Upon qualifying a member may use the letters of their membership body to seek employment as an accountant but if they wish to offer services to the public they must undertake further training.

Membership Number, Practising Certificate, Audit Licence.

Additional Information:

A ‘CPA’ is a qualified member of the Institute. 40% of CPAs work in practice and 60% in industry, including financial services, public sector, consultancy, IT and education.