American Institute of Certified Public Accountants - CGMA Designation

A certified public accountant with more than 30 years of experience, Bruce A. Willey serves as a consultant at American Tax Law Planning, LLC, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. As a professional certified public accountant, Iowa resident Bruce A. Willey is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).

Established in 1887, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants was created to act as an advocate for the CPA profession before public interest groups and legislative bodies. The AICPA also features research programs and educational materials that help members stay up-to-date with the latest accounting rules and procedures, as well as increase their skills and knowledge in the industry. 

One of the programs established by the AICPA is the Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation. Members qualify for this designation by passing an exam that demonstrates expertise in business strategy, finance, management and operations. Applicants for the CGMA designation will find resources available in areas including risk management assessment, decision-making, and scenario-planning.