Full-Time
Manager – Professional Ethics
Professional Ethics Division
Posted on 9/9/2025
AICPA
11-50 employees
Professional education, certification, resources for CPAs
Compensation Overview
$100k - $121k/yr
Remote in USA + 1 more
More locations: California, USA
Remote
Candidates must be based in the US, but we are unable to employ individuals in the state of California.
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- Bachelor's degree in accounting
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
- 5+ years experience in public accounting
- Be the task force liaison to PEEC - conduct meetings; draft and revise standards and interpretations; analyze and respond to proposed standards, discussion papers, and technical inquiries of other standard-setting bodies
- Perform investigations into potential violations of the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct; present cases to the ESC, PEEC, the Joint Trial Board, and state CPA societies. Case work may involve technical professional standards and potential violations of independence and behavioral issues, including tax.
- Staff the Professional Ethics division hotline; develop tools, aids, and other materials to aid the profession in understanding and complying with ethical responsibilities; participate in planning and presenting at the annual JEEP meeting and state CPA society meetings
AICPA supports Certified Public Accountants by providing professional education, certifications, and a wide range of resources for individuals, accounting firms, and corporate finance teams in the United States. It offers continuing professional education courses, professional certifications, and guidance on topics such as tax planning, financial planning, estate planning, risk management, and investment strategies, with revenue from membership, course, and certification fees, plus emerging-field training in areas like blockchain and cybersecurity. The organization differentiates itself with a long-standing emphasis on ethics and professional standards, offering an integrated suite of education and practice resources tailored to CPAs. Its goal is to help CPAs maintain expertise and integrity so they can serve clients effectively in a changing financial landscape.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$120K
Headquarters
Durham, North Carolina
Founded
1887
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- California apprenticeship with CalCPA builds skilled talent pipeline via CGMA credentialing.
- CGMA University Program launched with Polish university in November 2023 expands globally.
- Business Resilience Toolkit equips firms for economic uncertainty and tariff responses.
What critics are saying
- AI tools from Intuit and Thomson Reuters displace CPE demand within 12-24 months.
- Big Four firms' proprietary training erodes AICPA loyalty in 12-24 months.
- Gen Z CPAs favor Coursera micro-credentials, accelerating membership attrition now.
What makes AICPA unique
- AICPA launched nation's first Registered Apprenticeship for Finance Business Partners in California on May 29, 2024.
- AICPA offers specialized CPE on AI ethics, governance, and blockchain for CPAs.
- AICPA provides PCPS Strategy Planning Toolkit since July 2023 for firm transformations.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation
Parental Leave
Flexible Work Hours
Mental Health Support
Company News
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BOCA RATON, Fla., Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Theorem Fund Services, LLC, a premier independent and award-winning Hedge Fund Administration firm, announced the completion of its latest SOC-1 Type 2 audit. The SOC-1 Type 2 audit represents the complete review of Theorem's operations and internal controls. Wiplfi LLP, a leading public accounting firm, conducted the examination, and Theorem is pleased to report that once again, no exceptions were noted. The examination was conducted in accordance with standards established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants."The successful completion of our 2023 SOC 1 Type 2 audit is an important component of our dedication to providing clients best in class and institutional-grade fund administration services." remarked Theorem's Co-Managing Member Mikhail Davidyan. "We understand the importance of ensuring that our internal controls are comprehensive and effective