If the answer to your question isn’t here, please email Jenna Whalen, Membership Success Manager at [email protected] or call Member Services at (317) 726-5000.
Membership FAQs
What is my membership term?
Based on INCPAS fiscal year, our membership runs from July 1 to June 30. We will prorate your membership if you join in January or February, and your membership will be good until June 30 of the following year, please contact Member Services at (317) 726-5000 or use the chat feature with any questions.
I’m having trouble joining online. How can I join?
If you are having trouble joining online, please call Member Services at (317) 726-5000 or use our chat feature.
I can’t remember my password; can you send it to me?
Click the Forgot Password? link on the login page and follow the instructions to reset your password.
What happens when my membership lapses?
If your membership has not been paid by September 1, you lose all of your member benefits including access to the INCPAS Open Forum Community, CPE discounts (including free CPE), affinity program discounts, member networking events, and more until you re-join INCPAS.
To rejoin, you can do so online or by calling Member Services at (317) 726-5000.
How do I update my INCPAS membership profile?
Login to your account and then click on the My Profile button to update contact and demographic information. We recommend updating your information annually when you renew your membership with INCPAS.
What is the membership cancellation policy?
You may cancel your membership at any time, however, membership dues that have already been paid are non-refundable. CPE programs and social networking events have separate cancellation fees and policies. Please see our CPE General Information & Policies page for more information.
I have decided to go back to school; do I qualify for the student membership?
If you have chosen to return to a college or university, but are a licensed CPA, you do not qualify for the free student membership. The free student membership type is reserved for students that are currently enrolled in an accredited Indiana college or university, but have not yet earned their CPA license.
What member type would I be if my CPA license is expired?
If your license has expired, your appropriate member type should be Professional. However, if your license is inactive versus expired, you still qualify for the CPA member type. Please visit the Indiana Board of Accountancy website for all information regarding CPA licensing requirements.
I do not want to renew my membership at this time. Are there any penalties might I experience should I wish to reinstate at a later date?
A member that chooses to cancel his/her membership will experience a one-time reinstatement fee when he/she wishes to rejoin the Society. Currently, our reinstatement fee is $25; however, this fee is reassessed on an annual basis and is subject to change.
Dues Renewal FAQs
What period does my renewal payment cover?
The Society’s dues year is July 1 through June 30. This dues payment will renew your membership until June 30, 2027.
My membership renewal has the wrong member type listed. How can I change this?
This can only be adjusted by contacting member services at (317) 726-5000 or 1-800-272-2054.
I mailed in my dues payment, but I received another statement; why?
It’s likely that we did not receive your payment before we generated your new statement. If you don’t think your payment crossed in the mail, contact member services at (317) 726-5000 or 1-800-272-2054.
What form of payment does the Society accept?
You can pay your dues with a personal or company check, American Express, Discover, Master Card, Visa, or ACH.
Can I pay for my membership in installments?
Yes, the cost of your membership renewal may be split into installment payments.
How do installment payments for membership dues work?
You may choose to pay for your membership dues in installments at the time of renewal by choosing “Installment Payments” at checkout. You will pay 25% of your dues upfront and the remaining 75% will be split into equal monthly payments on the first of each month, with the final payment occurring September 1.
Member Sections, donations, and any CPE packages added on to your dues invoice cannot be paid in installments.
If you have any questions, please contact INCPAS Member Services at 317-726-5000.
What form of payment can be used for installment payments?
These are automatic/recurring payments that can only be paid with a credit card. We accept all major credit cards: American Express, Discover, Master Card and Visa.
What is the Indiana CPA-PAC contribution listed on my invoice?
The PAC contribution is voluntary. The Indiana CPA-PAC supports elected officials who support issues that affect your livelihood and day-to-day business interests. Your support for the PAC helps uphold the integrity and effectiveness of the profession.
How do I determine what my dues membership type is?
Your dues membership type is based on your license status and employment. The membership type preprinted on your renewal form is based on current information in your membership record. If you believe your membership type may be out of date, please contact a member services associate at (317) 726-5000 or 1-800-272-2054 before payment.
I am not currently working. Am I still obligated to pay my full renewal rate?
If you are currently unemployed or have taken a leave of absence to care for a family member, you may be eligible for our Professional Leave membership. Renewal rates for professional leave status are $215 for the 2026–27 membership period. If you cannot afford professional leave status, you may petition the board of directors for a dues waiver. For more information regarding these options, you may contact a member services associate at (317) 726-5000 or 1-800-272-2054.
Are my contributions deductible as charitable donations?
Contributions to the Indiana CPA Political Action Committee are not deductible as charitable contributions for tax purposes. Contributions to the Indiana CPA Educational Foundation may be deductible.
Are my dues expenses tax deductible?
Dues may be deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense. A portion of the dues, however, is not deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense to the extent that the Indiana CPA Society engages in state and federal lobbying as defined by the IRS regulations. The non-deductible portion for the dues for 2025–26 is two percent.
