Regarded as a cornerstone of support within the organization, NASBA appoints as many as 30 committees and task forces annually. Through the work of these committees, NASBA volunteers and staff address current and emerging issues affecting state boards of accountancy. Topics range from ethics, education, and global regulation in accounting principles to the development of model rules for the member boards’ consideration.
Below is a listing of NASBA’s current Committees accompanied with each Committee’s Charge. To view the committee members and staff liaisons, click the Committee name.
Accountancy Licensee Database (ALD)/CPAverify Committee
Achieve recognition and acceptance of the Accountancy Licensee Database and CPAverify by all Boards of Accountancy and relevant stakeholders.
Administration and Finance Committee
Oversee and monitor the fiscal operations of the Association.
Audit Committee
Oversee the annual financial statement audit, the internal controls, and the safeguarding of assets of the Association, and shall recommend to the Board Directors the firm to perform the audit.
Awards Committee
Recommend to the Board of Directors recipients of the Distinguished Service Award, William H. Van Rensselaer Public Service Award, and Lorraine P. Sachs Standard of Excellence Award.
Board of Directors
Board Effectiveness and Legislative Support Committee
Develop strategies to assist Boards of Accountancy in efforts to improve effectiveness and support the Director of Legislative Affairs in developing an effective legislative strategy.
Bylaws Committee
Review and recommend amendments to the Bylaws to the Board of Directors.
Communications Committee
Promote effective and efficient communication among Boards of Accountancy, NASBA, and their respective stakeholders.
Compliance Assurance Committee
Promote effective oversight of compliance with professional standards by CPAs and their firms.
CBT Examination Administration Committee
Promote effective and efficient administration and operation of the Uniform CPA Examination.
CPA Examination Review Board (ERB)
Review, evaluate and report on the appropriateness of the policies and procedures utilized in the preparation, grading and administration of the Uniform CPA Examination and other examinations in general use by Boards of Accountancy for the licensing of certified public accountants; examine such records, and make observations, inspections, and inquiries as it deems necessary; and report annually to the Boards of Accountancy.
CPE Committee
Oversee the joint AICPA/NASBA CPE Standards Committee and related Statement on Standards for Continuing Professional Education Programs.
Education Committee
Oversee the entry-level education requirements to the accounting profession.
Enforcement Resources Committee
Promote effective, efficient, and where appropriate uniform, enforcement of professional standards by Boards of Accountancy.
Ethics and Strategic Issues Committee
Promote the development and maintenance of high-quality standards of ethical practice to protect the public interest. Consider significant forward-looking issues and their strategic relevance to both Boards of Accountancy and NASBA.
Executive Directors Committee
Support Executive Directors in their roles with Boards of Accountancy.
Global Strategies
Monitor international professional issues impacting the public interest and the ability of licensees to practice globally.
International Qualifications Appraisal Board
As directed by the Executive Committee, survey and assess professional practice standards and qualifications in specified countries and recommend the feasibility of Mutual Recognition Agreements to the Board of Directors.
Nominating Committee
Nominate officers and directors, in accordance with NASBA’s Bylaws.
Past Chair Advisory Council
Provide background and counsel on current issues framed with a historical perspective.
Regulatory Response Committee
Develop timely proposed responses on professional practice developments.
Relations With Member Boards
Provide reciprocal communication between Boards of Accountancy and NASBA Board of Directors.
Uniform Accountancy Act (UAA) Committee
Oversee the Uniform Accountancy Act and related Model Rules and recommend amendments to the Board of Directors.
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