Founded in 1924, the Maine Society of Certified Public Accountants (MECPA) is a statewide not-for-profit professional organization representing nearly 1,000 CPAs in business, education, government and public accounting. As trusted advisors for both businesses and individuals, MECPA members meet strict requirements and embrace the highest standards of professional and ethical practice. Our purpose is to help our members succeed professionally by providing education and other professional resources, while being mindful of serving the public. We constantly improve our skills and services through education and learning, and by anticipating changing requirements and priorities. The MECPA conducts business with honesty, integrity and high standards. Professional ethics guide our actions and behavior, and we surround ourselves with those who share these values. We develop trusted relationships with our members, governmental entities and the community to achieve common goals. We value different points of view and make sure that everyone involved has the opportunity to contribute to our success.