Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Maintain and organize digital and physical financial records.
  • Assess all business transactions and prepare accurate reports on your findings.
  • Regularly brief management on the company’s financial position and recommend solutions to improve results.
  • Develop and implement effective accounting policies and processes.
  • Ensure you remain up-to-date on industry changes and changes in regulations.
  • Respond to tax and accounting related issues.
  • Coordinate with employees on income tax research and planning.
  • Conduct periodic audits to guarantee accuracy in financial records, expenses, and savings.
  • Organize and file all federal, state and local income tax documents.
  • Contribute to budgeting procedures.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Certified Public Accountant (CPA) duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Certified Public Accountant (CPA) roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.