Forbs is announcing the opening of nominations for our 2026 list of Best-in-State CPAs, a recognition designed to highlight the most exceptional, practicing CPAs throughout America—the elite of the accounting profession. As we identify the CPAs who have demonstrated remarkable expertise in their specializations we are particularly interested in CPAs who dedicate time to serving the CPA profession and to serving the public interest.

To do so, Forbes has developed a thorough methodology for identifying, vetting and selecting candidates. As an integral part of this process, we are seeking recommendations from the wider business community. If you know, or are aware of, a CPA who serves the public providing accounting services within a CPA firm and demonstrates both excellence and a consistent track record of success, we invite you to nominate them for the Best in State recognition. All nominator information is held in strict confidence.

Please submit your nominations through the provided link by December 31, 2025. Our editorial team will carefully review each nominee. Selected CPAs may be contacted with requests for additional information as they advance in the selection process.

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Please note that this list is entirely merit-based and qualitative—there is no fee to participate and candidates cannot pay to be listed.

(While not associated with the movie: The Accountant 2the inaugural Best in State list of CPAs in 2025 was published on 4/15/2025, the day before the Hollywood premiere of the movie.)

Any questions about submissions or the upcoming list should be directed to TopCPAs@forbes.com