Burt & Company, LLC is a team of talented accounting professionals with a wide range of skills and experience. We love what we do, and we do it with passion by earning the following professional certifications and designations.
American Institute of CPAs
The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) is the world’s largest member association representing the accounting profession dating back to 1887. The AICPA develops standards for audits of private companies and other CPA services. It also monitors and enforces compliance with the profession’s technical and ethical standards.
National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts
The National Association of Certified Valuators and AnalystsⓇ (NACVA) is a global organization and the Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) is the most widely recognized business valuation credential. The CVA credential is the only business valuation credential accredited by the National Commission for Certifying AgenciesⓇ (NCCA) and the American National Standards InstituteⓇ (ANSI).
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) is the largest anti-fraud organization and premier provider of anti-fraud training and education. The Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) denotes proven expertise in fraud prevention, detection, and deterrence. CFEs are trained to identify the warning signs and red flags that indicate evidence of fraud and fraud risk. CFEs have a unique skill set, combining knowledge of complex financial transactions with an understanding of methods, law, and how to resolve allegations of fraud.
Institute for Internal Controls
The Institute for Internal Controls (TheIIC) is a professional organization dedicated to promoting an effective internal controls environment through education and professional certification. Certified Internal Controls Auditors (CICA) and Certified Controls Specialists (CCS) earn certifications after a rigorous qualification process. They possess expertise in the areas of internal controls including audits, review, design, and implementation.
Certified Information Technology Professional
The Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP) credential represents the intersection of technology and finance. The CITP designation recognizes expertise and experience in information security and cyber risks, business intelligence, data management and analytics, and IT governance, risk, and controls.
National Association of Estate Planners & Councils
The National Association of Estate Planners & Councils (NAEPC) promotes excellence in estate planning. The Accredited Estate PlannerⓇ designation is awarded only to estate planning professionals who meet special requirements of education, experience, knowledge, professional reputation, and character.
IRS Enrolled Agent
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) requires an enrolled agent to pass a three-part comprehensive IRS test covering individual and business tax returns. Enrolled agent status is the highest credential the IRS awards, and it requires agents to adhere to ethical standards and complete 72 hours of continuing education courses every three years.
Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisors
The QuickBooks ProAdvisorⓇ designation indicates special product training for Intuit’s most used accounting software. In addition to specialized training on the software and accounting best practices, the certification denotes deep expertise in using and customizing the software to a business’s unique needs.
Chartered Global Management Accountant
The Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation distinguishes professionals who have advanced proficiency in finance, operations, strategy, and management. CGMA designation holders qualify through rigorous education, team, and experience requirements. They commit to lifelong education and adhere to a stringent code of ethical conduct.
Certified Government Financial Manager
Certified Government Financial ManagerⓇ (CGFM) is a professional certification awarded by the Association of Government Accountants (AGA). The designation demonstrates competency in governmental accounting, auditing, financial reporting, internal controls, and budgeting at the federal, state, and local levels.
CGFM is a respected credential that recognizes the specialized knowledge and experience needed to be an effective government financial manager.
Serving Southwest Businesses
Burt & Company CPAs, LLC has been serving New Mexico and Southwest businesses for over three decades. We’re more than tax advisors. We grow businesses through CPA services, business consulting, bookkeeping and remote Controller services.
As you can see from the above certifications, we’re passionate about what we do. We adhere to the highest technical and ethical standards of our profession. As a client, we’ll help your business by minimizing taxes, grow wealth, and plan for the future.