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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?

Mary Savage was a controller for a privately held company before the stars aligned and she became a University of Oregon accounting instructor. Learn how she prepares students for accounting careers, and how the accounting community can build connections with students.

UWorld Accounting offers OSCPA members the chance to win a free CPA review course valued at $3,899! Only OSCPA candidate and student members are eligible, with one entry per member.

Nattie Do, a senior student at Portland State University, is the recipient of this month’s CPA Review Scholarship. As part of its ongoing mission to support aspiring CPAs, OSCPA collaborates with partners to offer free CPA exam prep courses to Student and CPA Candidate Members through five annual drawings.

Norm Rush’s journey in accounting began in high school and led him through roles at KPMG, industry leadership, and ultimately, teaching. His passion? Preparing the next generation of business leaders through knowledge-sharing and mentorship.

Read about the multitude of tax, regulatory and policy issues surrounding crypto that CPAs and business advisors are going to need to analyze moving forward.

Do CPAs work long hours? Elisabeth Green of Hoffman, Stewart, & Schmidt works 40 hours - all year! Read more in her member spotlight.

What do CPAs do? We interviewed Haley Lyons of Kernutt Stokes in Eugene--active with her accounting firm, with NASBA, her community, and her children's school--to share the highlights of a typical day as an Oregon CPA.

OSCPA Board member Tiffany Nash learned her love of accounting in her parents' bakery business. Hear more of her thoughts about the CPA profession.

Accounting and beach volleyball: both require strategy, teamwork, and precision under pressure. With a couple of scholarships from The Educational Foundation, Jessica McMillian effortlessly aces the court and her accounting career.

"Accounting is a great profession with endless opportunities. Establishing clearly defined goals will set you up for a long and successful career in accounting." Jeremy Wentworth, a past The Educational Foundation scholarship recipient, shares how his scholarships helped jumpstart his professional and personal accounting journey.

Diego Arellano-Barocio, a student at Western Oregon University is the winner of the Gleim CPA Exam Review Course Scholarship quarterly drawing for a complimentary review course valued at $2,999.

Portland City Council voted to unanimously amend the Portland Clean Energy Fund's Climate Investment Plan to increase its five-year spending budget to more than $1.5 billion — up from $750 million when it was first approved. The fund imposes a 1% tax on large retail businesses in Portland.

"You never know how a simple ‘thank you’ might impact your career". As a past recipient of The OSCPA Educational Foundation, Sheila Landis shares how her scholarship influenced her outlook and values as a CPA.

In celebration of American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month, we’re honored to share insights from Stuart Ketzler, a proud Alaska Native and Nenana Native Council member. Learn how his deep connection to the land, community, and gratitude have shaped his path in accounting.

In this article, 2024-25 Board Chair John Hawkins, JD, CPA, shares insights into the current landscape of the accounting talent shortage. With the enthusiasm of students attending career showcases and “meet the firms” events, we see a flicker of hope. Yet, challenges remain in filling the talent pipeline and dispelling misconceptions about the profession.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Alondra, Oscar, and Rubi Ruiz Contreras and discover how a shared love for problem solving and cultural values shaped their identity and career paths.

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Sabino Arredondo of Wilcox Arredondo & Co., articulates the value of representation in the accounting community, "If we can provide young Hispanic professionals with the opportunity to hear success stories of CPAs that they can identify with, it may inspire them to follow in their footsteps. I love to share my story, and I will never forget where I came from. If my story can inspire other Hispanics, I am proud to share it".

What drives success in today’s accounting world? 2024 Isler Northwest LLC Scholarship recipient Rachel Shimokawa points to resilience and diversity as key qualities.