LibGuides: Accounting: Introduction

Basic Terms

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Professional Associations-Accounting

The American Accounting Association (AAA)
The AAA provides information about conferences, careers, news, and other professional development opportunities
American Institute of CPA's (AICPA)
Everything you wanted to know about becoming and being a Certified Public Accountant. This website updates you on news, publications, conferences, and research.

Areas of interest include: Business, Industry, and Government, Personal Finance Planning, Peer Review, Professional Ethics, Young CPA Network, and more
The Association of Accountants and Financial Professionals in Business
IMA is the worldwide association for accountants and financial professionals working in business to expand your professional skills, better manage your organization, and enhance your career.

Introduction

Welcome to the Tomlinson Library Accounting research guide. This guide will introduce you to resources available in the library, on our website, and online. Be sure to have your MavCard ready to access online databases off-campus. Your library card number starts with #408 followed by 10-digits. If you are having login problems, just call 970-248-1860

Government Agencies

United States Securities and Exchange Commission
Information for Accountants-contains Accounting and Financial Reporting Guidance. Information on auditing policy to enhance financial reporting transparency to compliance and disclosure guides

Other Professional Associations-Accounting

International Federation of Accountants (IFAC)
IFAC’s mission is to serve the public interest by: contributing to the development, adoption and implementation of high-quality international standards and guidance
American Woman's Society of Certified Public Accountants (AWSCPA)
The AWSCPA provides a supportive environment and valuable resources for members to achieve their personal and professional goals through various opportunities including leadership, networking and education.

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