What are the educational and certification requirements to become a Certified Professional Accountant (CPA)?
How do CPAs differ from other types of accountants, and why might a business choose to hire a CPA over a non-certified accountant?
What are the continuing professional education (CPE) requirements CPAs must fulfill to maintain their certification?
How does a CPA contribute to financial auditing and reporting within a company, and what specific roles do they typically perform?
Can a CPA provide services in areas other than tax preparation and auditing, and if so, what are some examples of these additional services?