Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Accounting Professionals in Honolulu, HI
Founded in 1932, our organization has dedicated nearly a century to advancing the accounting profession in Hawaii. We provide comprehensive continuing professional education programs, advocate for industry standards, and foster a diverse community of CPAs across public practice, government, and academia. Our Honolulu-based team offers specialized resources including peer review administration, career development services, and policy advocacy.With over 90 years of local expertise, we maintain rigorous ethical standards while delivering practical solutions for modern accounting challenges. Our commitment to professional excellence is demonstrated through our extensive CPE catalog, member directory, and industry-specific initiatives that address evolving regulatory requirements and technological advancements.
Services
CPE Courses
Member Directory
Peer Review Program
Career Services
Advocacy & Policy
Details
- Year established: 1932
Highlights and features
- We offer over 90 years of dedicated service to Hawaii's accounting profession
- Our extensive CPE program includes specialized courses for Hawaii CPAs
- We maintain a comprehensive member directory connecting accounting professionals
- Our peer review program ensures compliance with national accounting standards
- We provide career development resources tailored to Hawaii's accounting community
Services
Continuing Professional Education
Our comprehensive CPE program delivers specialized accounting education for Hawaii CPAs. We offer ethics courses meeting state requirements, tax updates, and technical workshops through live events, webinars, and self-study materials. Our curriculum addresses both foundational knowledge and emerging industry challenges.
Peer Review Program
We administer mandatory peer reviews for Hawaii CPA firms through our partnership with the Oregon Society of CPAs. This program ensures compliance with professional standards while providing constructive feedback to improve accounting practices across the state.
Member Directory
Our member directory connects accounting professionals across Hawaii's islands. It features certified public accountants in various specialties, helping clients find qualified professionals and fostering professional networking opportunities within the accounting community.
Career Services
We provide career development resources including a job board connecting employers with qualified accounting professionals. Our services support both entry-level accountants and experienced professionals seeking new opportunities in Hawaii's accounting sector.
Advocacy & Policy
We actively represent Hawaii CPAs in regulatory and policy matters. Our advocacy efforts focus on protecting the profession's interests while maintaining high ethical standards and promoting best practices in accounting and financial reporting.
People
Franklin T. Kudo
President
Tenured Professor of Accounting at University of Hawaii-West Oahu with 50 years business experience. Holds CPA certifications in business valuation and fraud forensics. Recipient of multiple teaching and industry awards.
Trisha N. Nomura
President-elect
Owner of Ascend Consulting with extensive experience in public accounting and corporate roles. Active HSCPA volunteer since 2010 and graduate of Creighton University and University of Hawaii Manoa.
Adrian Hong
Vice President
Owner of Hong Consulting specializing in sustainability reporting. Active in accounting education and community service. Also operates family manufacturing business with prior auditing experience at Berntson Porter.
Chad K. Funasaki
Secretary/Treasurer
Principal at N&K with expertise in construction, nonprofit, and government sectors. Chartered Global Management Accountant and University of Hawaii Manoa graduate with 25+ years in public accounting.
Edmund N. Nakano
Assistant Secretary
Corporate Secretary at R.C. Wo & Sons with 46 years experience. Vietnam Veteran who earned accounting degree through GI Bill. Maintains CPA and CGMA designations while managing family business operations.
Questions
How do I become a member of the Hawaii Society of CPAs?
Membership applications are available on our website. We offer different membership categories including regular, associate, and student memberships for accounting professionals across Hawaii.
What CPE courses do you offer for Hawaii CPAs?
We provide a comprehensive CPE catalog including ethics courses specific to Hawaii regulations, tax updates, and specialized accounting workshops through live events and self-study options.
How does your peer review program work?
Our peer review program administers mandatory reviews for Hawaii CPA firms through our partnership with the Oregon Society of CPAs, ensuring compliance with state and national standards.
Do you offer career services for accounting professionals?
Yes, we maintain a job board connecting employers with qualified accounting professionals and offer career development resources tailored to Hawaii's accounting community.
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