The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), who operate together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, have announced the appointment of Mark Koziel as its next CEO.
Koziel will replace Barry Melancon, who is set to retire at the end of 2024.
The Association president and chair Simon Bittlestone said: “We are delighted to announce Mark as our new CEO for the Association. The appointment follows an open and extensive global search that attracted a strong pool of candidates from around the world.
“Mark is a dynamic, values-led leader with extensive experience and knowledge of our profession. The board looks forward to working with him in leading our members, candidates, and the profession into the 2030s and beyond.”
As the president and CEO of Allinial Global, Koziel leads an association of independent accounting and advisory firms.
These collectively generate revenues of $6bn with 268 member firms across the globe.
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By GlobalDataHe is set to commence his new role in January after a transition period.
Koziel’s journey began at Lumsden McCormick, an accounting firm in Buffalo, New York.
His subsequent 14-year tenure at the AICPA and the Association saw him in various capacities, including executive Firm Services vice president.
Koziel said: “I am excited and honoured to be appointed CEO of the world’s largest accounting membership body. I look forward to playing a key role in leading the organisation and the profession to new heights.
“The profession is well positioned to expand and continue to evolve the value it brings serving the public interest and addressing the challenges faced by economies, business, and society.”
In September 2024, AICPA and CIMA launched the Registered Apprenticeship for Accounting and Finance Associate.
This initiative is designed to strengthen the accountancy talent pool by offering an “earn and learn” opportunity for individuals starting their careers or looking to upskill in entry-level accounting roles.
