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
“Sometimes they file an extension because they didn’t start early enough to get organized and gather their 1099s and other forms,” said Jessica Banitt, a Houston-based certified public accountant and certified financial planner.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 8, 2026
A licensed certified public accountant, Mejia is a member of the Green Party and does not accept endorsements from political parties or politicians.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 3, 2026
This is my second year using a tax-preparation firm led by a certified public accountant.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 1, 2026
To cite my own case, I prepared myself especially for the career of a certified public accountant, but found my greatest success in the profession of selling.
From Certain Success by Hawkins, Norval A.
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