R. L. Townsend & Associates' professionals possess a variety of respected credentials which demonstrates their skills and expertise in construction audit and cost control services.
CPA - Certified Public Accountant
The Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is awarded and regulated by individual states, with the requirements set by each state board of accountancy. Further information about the requirements for becoming a CPA and the types of services CPAs provide can be found here.
CIA - Certified Internal Auditor
The Institute of Internal Auditor's (IIA) Certified Internal Auditor® (CIA®) designation is the only globally accepted certification for internal auditors and remains the standard by which individuals demonstrate their competency and professionalism in the internal auditing field. Candidates leave the program enriched with educational experience, information, and business tools that can be applied immediately in any organization or business environment. More information about requirements for CIA can be found here.
CFE - Certified Fraud Examiner
The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) established and administers the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credential. According to the ACFE, CFEs “help protect the global economy by uncovering fraud and implementing processes to prevent fraud from occurring in the first place”. Further information about the requirements for becoming a CFE can be found here.
CMA - Certified Management Accountant
The Institute of Management Accounts (IMA) is the worldwide association for accountants and financial professionals working in business. IMA is responsible for establishing and implementing standards for the CMA. Achieving the CMA credential demonstrates your mastery of financial planning, analysis, control, and decision support, as well as professional ethics. Further information about the requirements for CMA can be found here.
CCA - Certified Construction Auditor
The National Association of Construction Auditors (NACA) grants the designation of Certified Construction Auditor (CCA) and Construction Control Professional (CCP) to the individuals with the expertise in these areas. Providing the Construction Control Professional (CCP) designation increases the confidence in customers that they will receive the best value when they secure the services of a contractor/construction manager. Further information about the CCA designation can be found here.
PMP - Project Management Professional
Project Management Institute's (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP)® credential is the most important industry-recognized certification for project managers. Globally recognized and demanded, the PMP® demonstrates that you have the experience, education and competency to successfully lead and direct projects. Further information about the PMP certification can be found here.