Missouri Society of CPAs

09/09/2026

💙 Make an impact in Kansas City with MOCPA!

Join your MOCPA Kansas City Chapter on Tuesday, Oct. 21, for an afternoon of giving back at HappyBottoms, an organization that provides diapers to more than 5,000 children each month.

During this two-hour volunteer shift, you’ll help prepare and distribute diapers to families in need. Volunteer tasks may include counting diapers, wrapping packages, fulfilling orders, loading vehicles, recycling and light cleaning.

📅 Oct. 21
⏰ 2–4 p.m.
📍 HappyBottoms Warehouse
303 W. 79th St., Kansas City, MO 64114

Come lend a hand, connect with fellow MOCPA members and make a meaningful difference in the community.

Register today: https://www.mocpa.org/cpe/201647dls:volunteer-at-happy-bottoms

09/08/2026

Check out this week's episode of the Current Federal Tax Developments podcast!

Topics covered:
-Federal Circuit Bars Treaty FTCs Against the NIIT -- Bruyea and Christensen
-Financial Disability Tolling and Third-Party Authorization -- Goldman v. United States
-OIC Public-Policy Rejections Upheld -- Filipowski v. Commissioner
-Substantiation and Alter-Ego Doctrine -- Hank Risan v. Commissioner
-Codifying Racial Nondiscrimination for Private Schools -- Proposed Section 1.501(c)(3)-2
-IRS's Certified-Mailing Burden of Proof -- Wales v. Commissioner
-Automatic Accounting Method Changes for R&E and Construction -- Rev. Proc. 2026-32

Current Federal Tax Developments is brought to you by Ed Zollars, CPA, and MOCPA.

Topics covered:-Federal Circuit Bars Treaty FTCs Against the NIIT ...

09/03/2026

A dental plan that adapts to you: pick any network dentist, treatment by treatment, through Delta Dental. No waiting periods. No balance billing. Just coverage that keeps up with your life.

Questions? Please contact MOCPA Benefits Consultant Pete Shea at [email protected], or by calling (800) 264-7966, ext. 121.

09/03/2026

Accounting is more than a degree. It’s a career with possibilities, connections and opportunities to make an impact.

Earlier this week, MOCPA Academic Careers Manager Liz Schaetzel met with the Accounting Club at UMSL to connect with students and share how MOCPA can support them as they prepare for their careers.

The conversation also highlighted several upcoming opportunities for students to connect, learn and hear directly from professionals who have been there:

📅 Sept. 22: MOCPA Presents: CPA Exam Journey – Panel Discussion
Hear real CPA Exam stories and learn from those who’ve been there. (Virtual Event)

📅 Oct. 20: MOCPA Presents: Accounting Unlocked: Careers Beyond the Traditional Path (Virtual Event)

📅 Oct. 21: Peter Olinto Live: Insights for CPAs and Students (In person in St. Louis)

We’re proud to connect with the next generation of CPAs and help students find their place in the profession.

09/02/2026

Congratulations to MOCPA member Taylor Luetkemeyer, CPA, with Prosper CPAs, who was recently named as one of "Top 100 People to Know to Succeed in Business" by St. Louis Small Business Monthly! Well done, Taylor!

09/01/2026

Build your network, strengthen professional relationships and make meaningful connections.

Join us two weeks from this Thursday for Connect St. Louis, an evening of great conversations, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and the chance to connect with professionals from across the finance, legal, and accounting communities. Whether you're looking to exchange ideas, build relationships, or simply enjoy a fun night out, we'd love to see you there!

📅 Thursday, Sept. 17
🕔 5-7 p.m.
📍 Sqwires Annex

A special thank you to Integrated Partners for sponsoring this event and supporting opportunities for Missouri CPAs to connect.

Register today: https://www.mocpa.org/cpe/201651dls:connect-st-louis-a-networking-night-for-professionals

08/31/2026

🍁 Happening Two Weeks from Thursday: A Special Thank You to Our Public Practice Members 🍁

As a thank you for all you do, MOCPA invites our Public Practice members to join us for a complimentary morning of learning designed with you in mind.

On Sept. 17, earn up to 4 hours of CPE while gaining timely insights and practical strategies to help you stay ahead and continue delivering exceptional value to your clients. The morning features four 50-minute sessions, each offering one hour of CPE credit.

We appreciate everything you do for the profession and look forward to spending the morning with you.

MOCPA's Fall Member Appreciation Day for CPAs in Public Practice
📅 Sept. 17
⏰ 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
🎓 Up to 4 hours of CPE
💻 Complimentary for MOCPA members

MOCPA Members in Corporate Accounting and Finance: We have a day designed just for you coming on Nov. 19. More info coming soon!

Reserve your spot today:
https://www.mocpa.org/cpe/231284lhn:fall-member-appreciation-day-public-practice

08/28/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Jonathan!

We’re proud to celebrate MOCPA member Jonathan Ahrens, CPA, who was one of just 36 professionals selected for the AICPA’s 2026 Leadership Academy!

This is an incredible achievement and a well-deserved recognition of Jonathan’s leadership and commitment to the profession.

Well done, Jonathan! 🎉

08/28/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Jeremiah!

We’re proud to celebrate MOCPA member Jeremiah Hathorn, CPA, who was one of just 36 professionals selected for the AICPA’s 2026 Leadership Academy!

This is a fantastic achievement and a well-deserved recognition of Jeremiah’s leadership and dedication to the accounting profession.

Well done, Jeremiah! 🎉

08/27/2026

🏖️ Forget shovels and buckets, these CPAs built their careers with hard work and a whole lot of determination!

MOCPA proudly congratulates Missouri's newest licensed CPAs, including:
Mason Jones, CPA
Thomas Lisky, CPA
Andrew Miller, CPA
Sam Garrett, CPA
Zacharia Waxler, CPA
Preston Curless, CPA
Maggie King, CPA
Lily Higgins, CPA
Lucas Morefield, CPA
Catherine Foster, CPA
Beth Cooper, CPA
Adam Denniston, CPA
Aaron Kohler, CPA
Melissa Thorpe, CPA
Jared Sullivan, CPA
Thomas Philpot, CPA
Daniel Mirakian, CPA
Ellen Scott, CPA
Brett Paubel, CPA
Lily Hay, CPA
Bradley Teasley, CPA
Hannah Schmid, CPA
Christian Marzo, CPA
Mcgregor Knudsen, CPA
Matthew Russo, CPA
Emma Phillips, CPA
Robert Hayes, CPA
Tyler Rosemann, CPA
Brendan Foster, CPA
Julia Rockwood, CPA
Patricia Anderson, CPA
Kelli Schmidt, CPA
Jacob Straus, CPA
Kieran Holbrook, CPA
Kelly Adams, CPA
Matthew Collins, CPA
Ryan Goodbary, CPA
Maggie O'Brien, CPA
Benjamin Henriksen, CPA
Braedyn Hausmann, CPA
Caroline Foley, CPA
Rowan Parrett, CPA

From late-night studying to exam day nerves, you built this moment grain by grain. Welcome to the profession, and enjoy the view from the top of your sandcastle!