AICPA and CPA.com Startup Accelerator
Accelerate your startup and the accounting profession
Empowering early-stage startups building the future of accounting
Launched in 2017, the Startup Accelerator aims to support and advance innovation across the accounting profession. Today, we’re at a pivotal moment, as unprecedented levels of investment in firms and technology solutions are creating opportunities to reshape the future of accounting and finance. The program supports early-stage companies developing the next generation of tools for accounting and finance professionals, connecting founders with an advisory panel of thought leaders, practitioners and technology innovators to refine their solutions and accelerate growth. Each year, a competitive cohort is carefully selected, bringing together innovators whose solutions align with the evolving needs of the accounting ecosystem.
Through strategic guidance and profession-wide access, it's our mission to support the changemakers that are turning their bold ideas into scalable solutions that strengthen firms and help modernize the profession.
Get to know all about the Startup Accelerator
Our 2026 Cohort
The 2026 Cohort spotlights five companies transforming the accounting and finance profession with cutting-edge automation and artificial intelligence.
About the Program
We’re focused on themes which ultimately help the profession perform and add value at a higher level.
Our Advisors and Experts
Each year we assemble a panel of advisors from throughout the profession that have a wide array of knowledge and expertise.
Our Alumni
We've identified key startups around the globe leading in innovation. We're proud to have partnered with these organizations in order to help them move their ideas forward.