Carla McCall Named One of Accounting Today’s 2024 Top 100 Most Influential People

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Carla McCall, managing partner of AAFCPAs and chair of the AICPA, has been named one of Accounting Today’s Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting for 2024. This recognition celebrates her exceptional leadership and dedication to advancing the profession through digital transformation and strategic vision during a critical period of change. Joining the ranks of the profession’s most impactful thought leaders and changemakers, Carla’s inclusion in this list underscores her ability to lead with purpose and drive meaningful progress within the accounting field.

For our clients, team members, and firm, this achievement underscores the tangible benefits of Carla’s leadership. As managing partner, she has championed innovation and embraced technology to help AAFCPAs deliver smarter, more efficient solutions. With the profession facing significant challenges—from talent shortages and an ever-shifting regulatory landscape to the rapid rise of automation and artificial intelligence—Carla’s vision ensures that we remain ahead of industry trends. She drives our ability to not only adapt to these changes but to strategically leverage them, helping our clients thrive in a transforming landscape.

For our team members, Carla’s leadership fosters an inclusive, empowering environment. Her advocacy for diversity and professional development has inspired a culture where everyone can excel. By prioritizing collaboration, mentorship, and growth, she has helped cultivate a workplace that attracts and retains top talent while maintaining the highest standards of service.

This recognition also reinforces AAFCPAs’ reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the accounting profession. Carla’s role as chair of the AICPA and her inclusion in this distinguished list open doors to valuable industry insights, partnerships, and opportunities that enhance our ability to serve clients effectively and provide unparalleled support to our team.

“I am deeply honored to be recognized among such esteemed leaders in the accounting profession. This achievement is a testament to the incredible team here at AAFCPAs and the clients who inspire us to innovate and excel every day. As we navigate a rapidly evolving industry, I remain committed to fostering a diverse and forward-thinking profession that delivers meaningful value to businesses and communities alike.”
Carla McCall, CPA, CGMA | Managing Partner
AAFCPAs

Carla’s recognition as one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting is more than a personal achievement—it reflects the collective efforts of our team and our unwavering commitment to the organizations and communities we serve. Together, we continue to embrace innovation, inspire growth, and deliver exceptional value.


About the Author

Carla McCall, CPA, CGMA

Carla is Managing Partner of AAFCPAs, a preeminent, 350-person CPA and consulting firm based in New England. She is also Chair of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Carla was named one of the Most Powerful Women in the Accounting Profession in 2020-2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 by the AICPA and CPA Practice Advisor Magazine. Her dynamic executive leadership, bold practicality, and enthusiasm to embrace change is setting the standard for mission driven, growth …