Carla McCall Elected Chair of AICPA and Co-Chair of Association of International CPAs

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Westborough, MA (May 23, 2024) – AAFCPAs, a preeminent CPA and consulting firm, is pleased to announce that its Managing Partner, Carla McCall, CPA, CGMA, was elected to serve as the new Chair of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and Co-Chair of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, which combines the strengths of the AICPA and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

Carla’s selection to leadership of the world’s largest member organization for accounting professionals reflects her ongoing commitment to driving change within the industry. In her role, she will serve as a global advocate and voice of the profession, with a focus on three priorities she believes are core to the evolution of accounting:

  • Value and Sustainability: Accounting has grown as a discipline to combine multiple aspects of business and an entrepreneurial mindset. This “power of AND” goes beyond tax and audit to encompass accounting and data science, accounting and law, accounting and international business, and a host of other disciplines that young professionals may explore.
  • Innovation and Transformation: Carla underscores the importance of continuous improvement and technological advancement within the profession. Finance leaders are now central in driving innovation, leveraging technology, and providing data-driven insights to guide organizational decisions. She brought the power of automation and AI to AAFCPAs and will continue to promote use cases in the industry so that other firms can see what is possible. 
  • Inclusion and Opportunity: By prioritizing a human-first culture, Carla aims to create opportunities for entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship, fostering growth and inclusion within the profession. She promotes flexibility and mobility within business models, fostering inclusive cultures that let professionals explore various roles and find meaningful work.

Hear Colleagues’ Thoughts on Carla’s Chair Appointment

During her one-year tenure as Chair, Carla will continue to lead AAFCPAs with her customary dedication and attentiveness. The knowledge she gains through her exposure to colleagues and contacts around the world will add new energy and insights to the vibrant AAFCPAs culture.

“I’m honored to take on this role with such an influential global organization. It will allow me to share what I’ve learned with CPAs and CGMAs around the world and to bring back best practices and ideas about what’s to come for our clients, our people, and our networks,” Carla explained. “Our profession is uniquely equipped with incredible skills that help us make an impact on everyone we interact with. As Chair, I can further develop these gifts so that we can inspire both our clients and one another.”

Carla has been an integral part of the AICPA since 2011, giving her direct insight into the emerging issues that influence the public accounting practice. She was named one of the AICPA’s Most Powerful Women in Accounting from 2020-2023.

About the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, and AICPA & CIMA

AICPA® & CIMA®, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (the Association), advance the global accounting and finance profession through our work on behalf of 597,000 AICPA and CIMA members, candidates and registrants in 188 countries and territories. Together, we are the worldwide leader on public and management accounting issues through advocacy, support for the CPA license, the CGMA designation and specialized credentials, professional education and thought leadership. We build trust by empowering our members, candidates and registrants with the knowledge and opportunities to be leaders in broadening prosperity for a more inclusive, sustainable and resilient future.