The Minnesota Association of Public Accountants is a nonprofit professional organization. Our members represent small to medium size accounting practices that serve businesses, farmers and individuals throughout Minnesota.
MAPA’s purpose is to help the accounting professional attain the highest level of proficiency and integrity. We promote a spirit of professional cooperation, and provide a platform for the exchange of information, questions and fresh ideas. We strive to ensure that the state’s citizens have the benefit of accurate, impartial, and professional services.
Since 1940, MAPA has been providing members with the services they need. In a competitive and demanding industry where rules and requirements change overnight, we furnish the tools for you to not only stay abreast of changes, but continuously expand your skills into new areas.
The Minnesota Association of Public Accountants has adopted, and is governed by, the Minnesota State Board of Accountancy Rules and Regulations and the Code of Professional Conduct.
Education and Seminars, CPE Opportunities
View the MAPA Calendar for event details and registration.
2010 Seminars:
- Jan 6-7: Gear Up 1040
- May 25-26: Serving Aging America Level 1
- June 8-9: Gear Up Accounting
- June 15: Gear Up Mid-Year Tax Update
- June 20-22: MAPA Convention
- July 21-22: Gear Up Estates & Trusts
- August 3-5: Serving Aging America Levels 2&3
- Sept 21-22: Gear Up Business Entities
- Oct 4: Gear Up Farm
- Nov 2-3: Gear Up 1040
- Nov 8-9: Gear Up 1040
- Dec 2: Lawful Gambling & MN Tax
- Dec 8-9: Gear Up 1040
2011 Seminars:
Regional Meetings
Continuing professional education opportunities are also offered at regional meetings throughout Minnesota.
Quality Review Program
As an approved Report Acceptance Body with the Minnesota State Board of Accountancy, MAPA is authorized to review and process your quality review reports.
Networking and Professional Contacts
State and local regional meetings provide continuing education and networking opportunities.
The MAPAN Professional Newsletter
The monthly newsletter keeps members abreast of information regarding accounting, MAPA, Minnesota, and IRS news. Members also have the benefit of free advertising in the newsletter.
Accounting & Auditing Student Conference
MAPA cosponsors this program, bringing professionals together with potential graduates for career opportunities and exposure to information about the accounting and auditing profession.
Publicity and Press Releases
Members are kept current on important press releases through the monthly newsletter, and special email notices during tax season.
Client Tax Newsletter
Annual fall newsletter that you can provide to your clients with the latest Federal and Minnesota tax law changes (available on website).
Membership Directory
An important resource on the MAPA website listing MAPA members and organization information.
Annual Tax Directory
A resource in the member section of the MAPA website listing important local and national phone numbers, websites and email addresses.
National Society of Accountants Affiliation
Legislative Lobbying and Presence
Ewald at the Capitol
Monthly emailed updates on happenings at the Capitol that affect accounting professionals and the industry.
Legislative and Other Government Affairs Meetings and Liaisons
Liaison with:
- Internal Revenue Service
- Minnesota Department of Revenue
- DEED
State Board of Accountancy Liaison and Monitoring
Central Office Location and Service
Unlike many associations whose office changes regularly, depending on who the officers are, MAPA has a central office in St. Paul, Minnesota.
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Benefits of Membership