Society Benefits at a Glance

Your Membership Matters: Find Opportunity and Value as a Member of The Ohio Society of CPAs

Managing a career in the ever-changing landscape of today’s professional environment can be a daunting task for any CPA. That’s where a resource-rich partner like The Ohio Society of CPAs provides you a distinct professional advantage. We’re your full-service education and training resource… an information safety net providing you with the latest news… an accomplished advocate representing your interests with Ohio legislators and regulators… a networking connection to 23,000 members… and much, much more.

Find descriptions of the Society’s most popular programs and services and how you can take advantage of them to better position your career for success.

Legislative
The Ohio Society serves as the voice of the CPA profession through the Society’s team of professional lobbyists, tracking Ohio legislative and regulatory actions impacting the accounting profession, and the broader business community.

CPA Image Campaign
CPAs are trusted business advisors who contribute to the financial health of business. The Ohio Society polishes and promotes that image through a variety of programs benefiting the general public as well as CPAs.

Financial Fitness Ohio
With their financial skills and business knowledge, CPAs are uniquely qualified to help Ohioans become financially fit. To help meet the growing need for greater awareness and education in personal finance, The Ohio Society of CPAs manages a statewide initiative, Financial Fitness Ohio.

Student Recruiting
Turning the best and the brightest students into CPAs ensures a strong future for the CPA profession. The Ohio Society is dedicated to increasing the number of students graduating with a degree in accounting and becoming CPAs.

• Accounting Careers Awareness Program-Ohio (ACAP-Ohio)
• Accounting for Kids™ Day
• Teach elementary school students the fundamentals of financial literacy
• High School Outreach
• Visit high schools or participate in Society events to talk with students about accounting careers
• Scholarship Committee
• Select high school and college accounting students to receive Society scholarships

Events
The Ohio Society offers over 30 conferences, 250 seminars, and CPE Days with multiple speakers and tracks, all developed by Society members. Education & Training events provide in-depth and customized programs throughout the state in areas such as tax, A&A, management technology, corporate accounting and more. Major shows include the four Ohio Accounting Shows, with two new shows added in Columbus and Cincinnati in 2008, and the Members Summit.

Online & Self-Study CPE
Online education provides just in time knowledge and convenience at your fingertips.

Onsite Education & Training
Customized training at your location is easy, convenient and cost-effective with experienced instructors who will provide a successful learning experience for your staff. A broad range of topics is available―technical, financial management, government, professional development and much more.

Professional Issues Updates
Don’t miss these informative and exciting programs exclusively for members, with a spring and fall series―receive up to 8 hours of free CPE just for attending!

MDS CPA Exam Review
Improve your chances on the CPA exam with the MDS Tutor Self Study kit, which brings the MDS classroom presentation to your computer so that you can prepare at your convenience. Receive a 10% discount off MDS CPA Review study materials through a special discount with The Ohio Society of CPAs.

Young CPA Networking & Educational Events
Don’t miss out on valuable networking and education designed just for young CPAs. Events are held throughout the year in many parts of the state.

Special Interest Sections
Special Interest Sections are electronic communities that provide members news, networks and resources specific to their area of practice and interest. Choose from 14 sections to fit your needs.

CPA to CPA Program
Serves as a technical resource that puts members in touch with a peer-to-peer network consisting of other members for limited advice or counsel.

Becker Professional Review & Stalla CFA Review
Ohio Society members receive $250 off full course tuition.

Concerned CPA Network
Informs accounting professionals about chemical dependency and assists in their recovery.

Emergency Assistance Program for Public Practice Firms
Offers help to members in maintaining business during extreme emergency.

Ohio CPA Client Referral Program
Assists in matching the public to CPA firms in their area.

Paycor Payroll Services
Paycor offers a CPA Service Specialist whose sole responsibility is to answer any difficult questions CPAs have regarding payroll, taxes, and HR.

Starting a CPA practice guide
Resources include various Web site addresses and reference materials, and provided a good foundation to get started.

Affinity Partners
The Ohio Society of CPAs’ affinity partners offer exclusive specials and discounts to Society members. Take advantage of your discounts today.

Advertising & sponsorships
The Ohio Society offers opportunities for members and businesses to reach potential clients and partners through a variety of venues. Opportunities include event sponsorship, advertising in print and electronic mediums as well as face-to-face networking. Tax deductible opportunities are also available.

Catalyst: News and analysis for Ohio CPAs
The Society’s bi-monthly news magazine provides insight and analysis of the issues impacting CPAs and the Ohio business community

• Provide input on content: Is there a particular issue that you’re following and want to see more information in an upcoming issue of Catalyst? Share your content ideas with editorial staff.
• Submit your own article on an issue that's hot in the profession.

Electronic publications
The Society’s electronic newsletters provide members with news and updates on state and national issues, including issues of critical concern. Electronic publications are also a great way to keep members aware of what is happening with Ohio Society programs and events.

Opinion editorials and letters to the editor are welcome for each of the following:

• Ohio e-CPA Weekly
  Reaching over 2300 CPAs weekly, the Ohio e-CPA Weekly is the weekly update for accounting news, business related news and Society CPE and updates. This member-only benefit brings you the headlines that matter most so you can get the news you need fast.
  
  
• Corporate Focus
  Corporate Focus is an electronic newsletter sent on the second Thursday of each month to members in industry. This is an exclusive benefit for members in corporate industry.
  
  
• Practice Management
  Practice Management is The Ohio Society of CPAs' newest electronic publication designed specifically for CPA firm owners. Practice Management provides information and resources to help you strategically manage your firm and grow and develop your client base.
  
  
• Ohio Young e-CPA
  The Ohio Young e-CPA is a monthly electronic newsletter published exclusively for Ohio Society members who are 35 years old and younger or who have been licensed less than seven years. The Ohio Young e-CPA features relevant news and information for younger members, including important news impacting the CPA profession, professional development, networking and a mix of fun, yet relevant articles.
  
  
• Future CPA
  Future CPA promotes the possibilities and opportunities available to Ohio’s high school and college students if they choose to become a CPA. This electronic publication also provides tools and resources to help with writing a resume, connecting with a mentor, finding a job and much more.