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The Oregon CPA community is celebrating a significant win for the profession’s future with the passage of Senate Bill 797, which Governor Tina Kotek signed into law. The bill creates multiple new pathways to CPA licensure in Oregon, expanding access while maintaining the integrity and mobility of the CPA credential.

Last week, as part of the national Accounting+ initiative, Oregon CPA Alyssa Downs brought career inspiration and financial wisdom directly into the classroom at Corvallis High School. This visit was part of a growing movement to encourage more Black, Hispanic, and Latino students to consider careers in accounting, and to help build a more inclusive and diverse profession.

As reported on May 13, 2025, several changes to the Washington state tax laws were passed by lawmakers and delivered to the desk of Governor Ferguson in late April, awaiting his signature to make them law. In the aggregate, these changes create what is likely the largest historical increase in taxes the state has ever seen.

The Internal Revenue Service encourages taxpayers living and working abroad to file their 2024 federal income tax return and pay any tax due by Monday, June 16, 2025. The deadline applies to both U.S. citizens and resident aliens abroad, including those with dual citizenship.

Higher client expectations and economic demands are causing firms of all sizes to re-evaluate how technology can help them strengthen client relationships and grow their practices. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems are vital for managing business interactions, automating workflows, and improving efficiency.

With a focus on forward-thinking leadership, member advocacy, and professional excellence, the 2025 Strategic Leadership Forum & Annual Meeting set the tone for another impactful year for Oregon CPAs.

When business owners put together an emergency preparedness plan, it should include copies of vital records and financial information.

We are excited to announce that Rebecca Dukes has been drawn as the recipient of the UWorld Accounting CPA Review Elite-Unlimited 4-Part Scholarship, valued at $3,899. This generous scholarship will support Rebecca in her journey towards CPA certification.

New OSCPA Chair Gary Holcomb reflects on leadership, career growth, and the critical role of advocacy.

OSCPA Board Chair Gary Holcomb reflects on his own alternative pathway to becoming a CPA in Oregon.

Linn-Benton Community College accounting student Chris Patterson has overcome obstacles while finishing LBCC on the way to transferring to Oregon State University. Read his story.

In the accounting and finance world, the adoption of new technology is gaining speed, providing both opportunities and challenges for organizations. As we corporate finance professionals strive to drive greater efficiencies and value by implementing the tools available today, I wonder just how far we’ll be able to go with the technologies of tomorrow.

Meet Oregon’s resilient community college accounting students, balancing ambition and real-world responsibilities.

If you’re a tax preparer, accountant, or financial services provider, you’ve likely heard the term “WISP” mentioned in relation to your professional obligations. But what exactly is a WISP, why do you need one, and what should it include?

Becker offers OSCPA members the chance to win a free CPA exam review course valued at $2,499! Only OSCPA CPA candidate and student members are eligible, with one entry per member.

As a tax professional, you are legally required under the FTC Safeguards Rule to maintain a Written Information Security Plan (WISP). This plan outlines the policies and procedures your business or firm follows to safeguard taxpayer data, assess risks, and respond to cybersecurity threats.

Portland, OR — Professionals from across the accounting and legal communities will gather for an evening of networking and connection at a special social event co-hosted by the Oregon Society of CPAs (OSCPA) and the Oregon State Bar’s Business Law Section. The event invites Certified Public Accountants and local business attorneys to strengthen professional ties, foster collaboration, and build new relationships.

Learn what the most terrifying part of starting her own business was for OSCPA member Casey Devine and how her strengths as a CPA helped her.

The Oregon Society of CPAs (OSCPA) Young Professionals Committee and the Multnomah Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Section (MBA YLS) Service to the Public Committee are teaming up once again to host the second annual “Profit and Toss” Charity Cornhole Tournament — a fun and philanthropic showdown pitting Team JD against Team CPA to settle the age-old question: Who rules the boards?

The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that proper tax withholding now is key to avoiding surprises when they file their tax return next year.