The Florida Board of Accountancy is a regulatory agency established to oversee the practice of accountancy in the state of Florida. Its mission is to protect the public by ensuring that only qualified individuals are licensed to practice accountancy and that they adhere to professional standards. The Board is responsible for the licensing of Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) and public accounting firms, as well as the enforcement of laws and regulations governing the profession. Established in 1905, the Board has evolved to meet the changing needs of the accounting profession and the public it serves, adapting its practices to ensure accountability and transparency in financial reporting.