The Most Powerful Women in Accounting recognizes outstanding women leaders who continue to make their mark on the accounting profession inside and outside of their workplaces during the past year.
The award was created by CPA Practice Advisor and was jointly administer by the AICPA & CIMA and CPA Practice Advisor for twelve years to support the success of women leaders as part of its broader mission of sustaining the profession.
Women are nominated from their peers, and a group of independent judges select the award recipients, using the following criteria for candidates.
Note regarding Most Powerful Women 2025 and beyond:
The AICPA & CIMA and CPA Practice Advisor share a commitment to inclusion and are proud to support initiatives that elevate diverse voices in the accounting profession. Beginning in 2025, CPA Practice Advisor will continue its administration the annual Most Powerful Women in Accounting recognition.
In alignment with these shared values, the AICPA & CIMA is excited to introduce our own recognition, AICPA & CIMA Global Women to Watch. This new program will celebrate both emerging and experienced women who have made significant contributions to the accounting profession and exemplify leadership qualities that drive their success.
Together, these two programs will continue to shine a spotlight on the remarkable achievements of women in accounting, fostering a more inclusive and dynamic profession.
Previous award winners:
2023 Most Powerful Women in Accounting Awards