About Us

Don't Let Our Name Fool You

The Pennsylvania Society of Public Accountants is a professional member-driven organization that provides education, information, tools and resources to more than 1,600 members around the state. With its inception in 1946, the PSPA was originally created to serve the needs of Public Accountants. Today, however, our membership is composed of certified public accountants (70%), public accountants, enrolled agents and tax practitioners. The PSPA represents the interests of sole practitioners and smaller sized accounting firms. If you would like information about how to join the PSPA, or the many benefits associated with membership in the PSPA they are available here, or you can contact the PSPA Executive Office at info@pspa-state.org or by calling toll free 1-800-270-3352. If you want an application to join, click here.

Mission Statement

The object of this Society is to elevate and maintain among its members a high standard of proficiency and integrity; to promote and protect the interests of public accountants within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; to cultivate a spirit of professional cooperation among its members; to promote local associations of public accountants and establish goodwill and understanding between the general public and the public accounting profession throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Organizational Structure

Executive Committee
The PSPA Executive Committee consists of the current line officers and no less than five other members (3 of which must be Past Presidents of the organization). The function of the Executive Committee is to conduct the business of the Society between Board of Director meetings. All decisions made by the Executive Committee are subject to ratification of the PSPA Board of Directors.

Board of Directors
The PSPA Board of Directors consists of each line officer, the NSA State Director, each Chapter President, and one Delegate elected annually by his/her local chapter. Past Presidents of the organization also maintain a seat on the Board if they meet the board meeting attendance requirements outlined by the PSPA By-Laws.

Chapters
PSPA is comprised of 9 chapters across the state. Chapters are spread out geographically, and include: Buxmont, Central, Lehigh Valley, Northeast, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Southeast, South Central, and West Central.

Committees
Our committees are responsible for the design and implementation of all PSPA projects. PSPA committees are active and committed to carrying out the goals of the organization.