Oregon Society of Certified Public Accountants (OSCPA)

Your membership is important, and we thank you for supporting OSCPA's efforts to advance the accounting profession in Oregon.

Membership renewals were due on April 1. Click here to renew your membership today!

2023-24 OSCPA Membership Dues

Voting Members	Affiliate Members
A. Active Members – $425 Members in public practice, who live or work in Oregon, have ownership in a public accounting firm, and whose original CPA certificate is dated more than six years prior to the start of the fiscal year.	A. Associate Members – $230 Any person who (a) has passed the Uniform CPA Examination but has not qualified in other respects to receive the certificate, or (b) holds a certificate as a certified public accountant from any state, but resides and has a business or place of employment outside of Oregon, or (c) holds a certificate or similar instrument, which is deemed substantially equivalent to the certificate in Oregon, may apply to the Society for membership as an Associate Member.
B. Active Members – $350 Members who are employed in industry, education, and government. Also Active members in public accounting who do not meet the criteria listed in category A above and do not qualify for Affiliate membership or another type of membership.	B. Temporarily Left Work Force / Limited Employment – $85 Any person who (1) is either (a) unemployed, (b) on extended leave or very limited employment due to personal circumstances such as a medical condition or caregiving role, or (c) is in active military service, or (d) is a full-time student, and (2) who was an Active or Affiliate Member at the time of the original request, may apply on an annual basis, by submitting a request to the Society, for status as a Temporarily Left the Work Force or Limited Employment Member.
C. Retired Members – $85 Any person who (a) holds a certificate as a certified public accountant under the laws of any state, or has held a certificate at some point and that certificate has not been revoked for disciplinary reasons or actions as referenced in Article XI (4)(B) and (b) is fully retired from employment, or (c), if employed as a business professional, works less than an average of twenty hours per week calculated on an annual basis, and d) currently lives or works in Oregon, may change their status to Retired Voting Member by submitting a request to the Society.	C. CPA Candidate Members – $85 Members who have graduated from a college or university and are pursuing successful completion of the Uniform CPA Examination, may apply to the Society for membership.
D. Life Members – $0 Any person who (a) has been an Active Member of the Society continuously for a period of forty years and (b) has served for at least one year as a chair or vice chair of a committee, an officer of a chapter, or in leadership as a member of the Board of Directors of the Society, The OSCPA Educational Foundation, Oregon Certified Public Accountant / Legislative Action Committee (OCPA/LAC), OSCPA Group Health Trust or other Society boards may change their status to Life Member by submitting written information on the Member’s eligibility as a Life Member to the Society. Life Members shall be exempt from dues.	D. Student Members – $0 (Continuous through graduation) Members who are not eligible for CPA Candidate, Associate, Active or Temporarily Left Work Force status and who are at least 18 years old and a part-time or full-time student, with an emphasis in accounting or related business field, at a college or university.

When do I need to renew my OSCPA membership?

OSCPA dues are payable by April 1, or you can make semi-annual installments (April 1 and October 1). Timely payment means you won't miss any publications, CPE discounts or use of member services and benefits. Prompt payment also saves your professional association the cost of additional mailings. An automatic payment option is now available to take the worry out of membership renewals.

Are my dues tax deductible?

OSCPA dues may be deductible as a business expense; they are not deductible as a charitable contribution. The OSCPA estimates 12.5% of annual dues is not deductible as a business expense because of the OSCPA's advocacy activities on behalf of members.

What form of payment does the OSCPA accept?

You can renew with a personal check, business check, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, or American Express.

Can I set up auto-pay for my annual dues?

Yes! New automatic payment options make membership renewal seamless and easy. In addition, you can schedule annual or monthly contributions to The OSCPA Educational Foundation General Fund and the OCPA/Legislative Action Committee. To set up your recurring payment credit card profile, contact the Finance department at 503-641-7200 / 800-255-1470, ext. 7.

What's the fastest way to renew my membership?

Not ready to commit to auto-renewal options? The next most efficient payment option is to renew online. At the login prompt, you will be asked for your email address and password. Forgot your password? Reset your login information here.

The dues category on my invoice is incorrect. Can I change it myself and mail in the adjusted amount?

So that we can serve you best, please email membership@orcpa.org or call us at 503-641-7200 / 800-255-1470, ext. 4, to adjust your dues category.

I'm retiring, can I pay a reduced membership?

The OSCPA has two retired membership statuses:

Retired Voting Members - Any person who (a) holds a certificate as a certified public accountant under the laws of any state, or has held a certificate at some point and that certificate has not been revoked for disciplinary reasons or actions as referenced in Article XI (4)(B), and (b) is fully retired from employment, or (c), if employed as a business professional, works less than an average of twenty hours per week calculated on an annual basis, and e) currently lives or works in Oregon.
Retired Affiliate Members - Any Affiliate member who (a) is fully retired from employment or (b), if employed as a business professional, works less than an average of twenty hours per week calculated on an annual basis.

So that we can serve you best, please 503-641-7200 / 800-255-1470, ext. 4, or email the Society to request retired membership status.

I am currently not working. What alternative membership opportunities are available?

Any OSCPA member who (1) is either (a) unemployed, (b) on extended leave or very limited employment due to personal circumstances such as a medical condition or caregiving role, or (c) is in active military service, or (d) is a full-time student, and (2) who was an Active or Affiliate Member at the time of the original request, may apply on an annual basis, by submitting a request to the Society, for status as a Temporarily Left the Work Force or Limited Employment Member.

What are my membership benefits?

As a member you have access to valuable benefits, including Bridge™, your online professional collaboration community; discount programs; insurance programs; networking events; CPE savings; and more. Learn more about your membership benefits here.

What are the special CPE offers available to me when I renew my membership?

Take advantage of this year's members-only special online CPE offer to get the CPE you need and savings you want when you renew your membership with OSCPA.

Are there benefits I receive by being both an OSCPA and AICPA member?

Life Insurance: If you belong to both the OSCPA and AICPA and are under age 55, up to $2.5 million in coverage is available. If you're only an AICPA member, you may apply for up to $2 million. OSCPA members who do not belong to AICPA may request up to $500,000.
CGMA Designation: OSCPA members who are qualified AICPA voting members receive a $50 discount off the designation.

Am I listed in a Member Directory?

Yes, unless you choose not to be. Your information is listed in the searchable OSCPA Online Member Directory on Bridge™. OSCPA members have the option to include their email addresses in the directory. This is an "opt-in" directory option: We will only include your email address if you tell us to do so. Please review your OSCPA profile and provide any updates, let us know if you wish to display your email in the membership directory, and add your LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook social media accounts to display these in the directory.

Updating your OSCPA profile is easy. Make sure you are logged in, using your email address and password. Then navigate to My Profile and make your changes.

Of course, you can always call us to update your information. We are here to assist you at 503-641-7200 / 800-255-1470, ext. 4. Staff will be happy to update your membership profile with your changes and add your email address to the OSCPA Online Member Directory. In early May, a PDF version of the directory will be available upon request.

How are my dues used?

Membership dues provide the highest quality benefits and services possible, including but not limited to:

Advocacy: OSCPA members are seen as go-to experts by legislators. In fact, members (such as those on the OSCPA Taxation and Legislative Policy Strategic Committees) put in hours of work reviewing bills and testifying in Salem. The OSCPA even provides an Oregon Legislators' Tax Guide to state legislators to help them navigate filing their own taxes. These volunteer efforts are a great benefit to the citizens of Oregon. Here's more on the OSCPA's advocacy efforts.
Member-to-Member Networking: Strategic and Project Committee volunteer opportunities advance your knowledge while expanding your circle of professional contacts. The OSCPA has seven active Chapters across the state that provide local networking opportunities with other members. Connect with your peers via OSCPA's online community, Bridge™. Post on industry hot topics, ask questions, share resources and start communicating. In addition, members can join any of three social media groups, be it LinkedIn, Facebook, or Twitter. It's another way to connect and to stay on top of news about the profession, jobs recently listed in Career Center, and more.
Information Resources: OSCPA offers timely updates on accounting issues provided to you via The Oregon Certified Public Accountant™, your bi-monthly, four-color magazine; a state-of-the-art website that keeps you connected and in the know on the latest happenings in the profession; and weekly targeted epublications (including eFlash, CPE Connection, and eLearning).
Quality Continuing Professional Education: From on-site to self-study, online CPE, seminars and conferences, quality CPE is available in the format that is most convenient to you. Ethics courses are available in a variety of formats to fulfill your licensure requirements. Preferred member pricing is available for all CPE events. In addition, the OSCPA provides an online CPE Tracker so you can see how many credit hours you have and find courses you need.
Preferred Savings Programs: OSCPA provides discounts on business services, and Firm Members get access to exclusive pricing for insurance programs. Members also receive discounts on print and online classifieds, as well as job postings on the OSCPA website.

How are contributions to the OCPA/Legislative Action Committee (OCPA/LAC) used?

Voluntary contributions to the Oregon CPA/Legislative Action Committee enable us to personally visit with lawmakers to advocate for the profession.

How are contributions to The OSCPA Educational Foundation used?

The OSCPA Educational Foundation was founded in 1985 and has been providing talented Oregon college accounting students with educational scholarships ever since. By contributing to the foundation, you are helping students achieve their educational goals and secure a pipeline of CPA candidates in Oregon.

At this time, I no longer wish to remain a member. Do I need to notify the OSCPA?

Yes. To resign your membership, please call us at 800-255-1470 / 503-641-7200, ext. 4 or send a membership resignation email to membership@orcpa.org.

What if I have more questions?

If we have not answered your questions, please contact us at 503-641-7200 / 800-255-1470, ext. 4, or membership@orcpa.org.

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