Problem:
The certification of being a CPA means that they have been tested and met certain industry criteria (education and experience) to qualify as "experts" in the field of accounting. But, the CPA designation is primarily used to verify the accounting records for external parties. What would be the equivalent internal designation and what is their criteria to become certified?
Are their other highly respected designations that someone in the field of accounting can obtain? What are they and what are their functions?