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Category Archives: Latest News
NASBA Launches NASBot to Help CPA Exam Candidates Find Answers Faster
ATTN. CANDIDATES: Having Trouble Logging into Your CPA Portal Account?
When using the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), be sure to check the app where your authentication code was originally configured. Many candidates automatically look for a code in Google Authenticator, but during setup your MFA code may have been saved to a different authenticator app or password manager on your phone. Check the following locations if…
Okta Verify to Become Required MFA Platform
SHARE: As part of an important security enhancement initiative, NASBA is updating its multi-factor authentication (MFA) process to better protect your accounts and information. NASBA is transitioning away from SMS text messages and phone call one-time passcodes (OTP) as an MFA option, in favor of more secure authentication methods. If you have not done so…
AICPA and NASBA Recognize Top Exam Performers with Elijah Watt Sells Award
SHARE: NEW YORK AND NASHVILLE (June 2, 2026) – The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) congratulate this year’s winners of the Elijah Watt Sells Award. This award is granted to CPA candidates who obtain a cumulative average score above 95.50 across four sections of the…
NASBA Announces 2026-2027 Vice Chair Nominee
SHARE: On Tuesday, May 5, the NASBA Nominating Committee met to select its candidate for vice chair, 2026-2027. We are pleased to announce Katrina L. Salazar, CPA, CGMA, of Sacramento, California, as the Committee’s nominee. Currently, Salazar serves as a NASBA director-at-large and as chair of the NASBA Legislative Support Committee for 2025-2026. Throughout her…
United States and South Africa Accounting Bodies Renew MRA
SHARE: NEW YORK and NASHVILLE (April 23, 2026) — Professional accounting bodies in the United States and South Africa have signed a renewed Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA), supporting cross-border practice between the two nations. The MRA was signed in late January by officials of the U.S. International Qualifications Appraisal Board (representing the National Association of…
NASBA Urges U.S. Department of Education to Restore “Professional” Status for Accounting Degrees
SHARE: NASHVILLE, TENN. (March 5, 2026) – The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) has officially responded to a new federal proposal that would reclassify accounting degrees as “non-professional.” In a formal letter to the U.S. Department of Education, NASBA warned that this change would severely cut federal loan limits for graduate students…
NASBA Nominating Committee Seeking Candidates for 2026-27 Vice Chair
NASBA’s mission is to strengthen the effectiveness of Boards of Accountancy and advance their common interests. We do this by working with regulators, educators, and practitioners to address emerging issues affecting the future and regulation of the accounting profession. As we navigate a changing environment, we remain focused to providing strong leadership and supporting Boards…
NASBA Names Tyler Nelson as Vice President, Public Relations
SHARE: NASHVILLE, TENN. (Feb. 12, 2026) – The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) today announces the selection of Tyler Nelson as vice president, public relations. Nelson brings over a decade of experience in strategic communications, public relations and association leadership. Prior to joining NASBA, he served as vice president of communications at…
NASBA Names Brant P. Beard as Chief Information Officer
SHARE: NASHVILLE, TENN. (Jan. 6, 2026) – The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) today announces the selection of Brant P. Beard as chief information officer (CIO). His appointment follows the retirement of former NASBA CIO Cheryl Farrar. Beard brings more than two decades of enterprise technology leadership experience, joining NASBA after a…
