certified public accountant
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of certified public accountant
An Americanism dating back to 1910–15
Example Sentences
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Amy’s certified public accountant wrote that the bookkeeper was under “direction to not reply or provide information” to one of Sandy’s attorneys.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 25, 2026
Ma is a certified public accountant serving as state treasurer.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 1, 2026
“This is where liability kicks in for financial institutions,” said Miklos Ringbauer, a certified public accountant with his own firm in Southern California.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 24, 2025
I recently met a certified public accountant who has never prepared a tax return.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 11, 2025
Miss Christine Ross of New York City is a certified public accountant and auditor.
From The History of Woman Suffrage, Volume IV by Harper, Ida Husted
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