Volunteer Opportunities


There are many opportunities to get involved with the CSCPA – to Connect & Succeed. The following mission critical committees, task forces, and forums are always seeking new volunteers. In addition, the Member Forums offer the opportunity for you to connect with your peers who have similar interests, hear a variety of speakers, and share resources. If you’re interested in becoming involved with any of the following, contact the staff liaison noted.

* The groups marked by an asterisk indicate that technical expertise is required.

 

CFO Executive Roundtable

The mission of the CFO Executive Roundtable is to bring accounting and finance leaders of all industries together for knowledge, networking, and of course FUN. The group meets the fourth Friday of the month. Morning meetings include a networking continental breakfast, informational speakers, general discussion, and Q&A.
Staff Liaison: Terry Cervi, (303) 741-8610 or (800) 523-9082, ext. 110

Federal Taxation Forum

The forum plans and holds events to assist members in maintaining and expanding their professional competence in federal taxation. It sponsors the annual liaison meeting with the Internal Revenue Service.
Staff Liaison: Terry Cervi, (303) 741-8610 or (800) 523-9082, ext. 110

The CSCPA hosts the Colorado Chapter of Accounting Administrators Association (AAA) for a monthly meeting, held the third Wednesday of every month. The meetings are held over the lunch hour and feature either a speaker or an open roundtable for idea sharing.
Staff Liaison: Terry Cervi, (303) 741-8610 or (800) 523-9082, ext. 110

 

This forum provides guidance on current implementation issues and legislative matters; maintains liaison with the governmental financial community and practitioners; responds to exposure drafts from GASB, AICPA, and OMB; works on governmental standards overload; and on a confidential basis, reviews governmental audit reports voluntarily submitted by members for educational review.
Staff Liaison: Susan Vachereau, (303) 741-8612 or (800) 523-9082, ext. 112

Governmental Issues Forum

Member Connections

 

 

This committee plans and implements activities, events, and resources for younger CSCPA members and supports the development of future CSCPA leaders. The committee identifies opportunities for professional, educational, and social interaction among new professionals.
Staff Liaison: Terry Cervi, (303) 741-8610 or (800) 523-9082, ext. 110

CPE Volunteer Opportunities

Many volunteer opportunities exist within the CSCPA CPE program, too. See the CPE Conference and Committee Volunteer Opportunities.

Reimbursement

Members serving on mission-critical committees and special projects task forces are reimbursed for actual mileage at the IRS rate or actual airfare, less $25. For more information, contact the staff liaisons listed or call (303) 773-2877 or (800) 523-9082.

Tax Study Group

This group provides a forum for CSCPA members in the south metro Denver area to maintain and expand their professional competence in tax issues and maintains relationships with the appropriate state and local taxing authorities. The Tax Study Group meets monthly for lunch. Guest speakers from the IRS, the Colorado Department of Revenue, and other entities are often invited to attend.
Staff Liaison: Jana Cote, (303) 773-2877 or (800) 523-9082

20/20 Committee

This committee focuses on developing, implementing, and evaluating strategic initiatives for the CSCPA and advises the Board of Directors on future professional, organizational, structure, and governance issues. Members are appointed based on their involvement with the CSCPA, their expertise in specific professional areas, and their commitment to creating a vibrant future for the CPA profession.
Staff Liaison: Mary Medley, (303) 741-8601 or (800) 523-9082, ext. 101

Regulatory Affairs

This committee focuses on state regulation of the accounting profession and maintains liaison with the Colorado State Board of Accountancy, monitors legislative and regulatory issues, and proposes legislative and regulatory changes.
Staff Liaison: Mary Medley, (303) 741-8601 or (800) 523-9082, ext. 101

 

 

 

This committee plans and sponsors programs, services, and benefits for members and promotes membership and involvement in the CSCPA. The committee plans and holds member networking events.
Staff Liaison: Leslie O’Donnell, (303) 741-8011 or (800) 523-9082, ext. 111

*Peer Review Board

The board administers the AICPA Peer Review program in Colorado and focuses on quality performance in accounting and auditing engagements and works to reduce or eliminate substandard performance through educational and remedial means.
Staff Liaison: Jill Turner (303) 741-8605 or (800) 523-9082, ext. 105

Professional Conduct Board

The board considers ethics matters received from members and others, participates with the AICPA in the Joint Ethics Enforcement Program to maintain high ethical standards, and assists in developing, interpreting, publicizing, and enforcing the Code of Professional Conduct.
Staff Liaison: Terry Cervi, (303) 741-8610 or (800) 523-9082, ext. 110

Public Company Practice Forum

This forum works to improve awareness of the issues pertaining to publicly held companies and the quality of reporting and compliance with SEC and PCAOB matters including the effects of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
Staff Liaison: Dan Cronin, (303) 741-8604 or (800) 523-9082, ext. 104

 

Financial Literacy Task Force 

 

This task force develops programs and opportunities to implement the 360 Degrees of Financial Literacy and Feed The Pig initiatives in Colorado.
Staff Liaison: Liz Julin, (303) 741-8607 or (800) 523-9082, ext. 107

 

This panel of experts resolves fee disputes between CPAs and clients by providing free arbitration services.
Staff Liaison: Terry Cervi, (303) 741-8610 or (800) 523-9082, ext. 110

 

This committee develops and offers programs to attract qualified high school and college students into accounting careers and works with faculty to strengthen accounting education in Colorado.
Staff Liaison: Susan Vachereau, (303) 741-8612 or (800) 523-9082, ext. 112

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