We know how it feels at the beginning of a new career—raring to go but not sure where to start. Welcome to the place to start! COPAS is a professional member association for petroleum accountants—2,600 members and 24 societies strong. We build each other up and grow together as professionals, people and friends.
Whether you’re just starting your career or you’re an experienced accountant new to oil and gas, COPAS can help you on your way.
How COPAS can help:
Joining your regional COPAS society will immediately connect you with fellow professionals in your area. You can also network at the national level at our annual Spring and Fall meetings. When you connect with thousands of oil and gas accountants across the country, the sharing of knowledge, opportunities and friendship naturally follows!
Always be in the know! COPAS members get access to high-quality publications with key industry guidance, plus updated economic factors such as the workers’ compensation actuarial assessment.
Learn more about industry best practices, standards and guidelines that will propel your career. COPAS offers new CPE courses every month that will increase your competency, challenge you, and help increase your likelihood for advancement in your career!
Joining COPAS will help you become the go-to resource in your firm for the latest information and best practices. Your employer will also gain corporate representation through your individual membership.
The petroleum industry operates under unique guidelines and principles that go beyond basic accounting. Earning the Accredited Petroleum Accountant® Certification proves you have proficient knowledge of these intricacies. Being APA® certified shows you mean business and makes you an even greater asset to your clients and employer.
Nobody knows everything in this profession…and even if they did, it would change anyway! We rely on each other for knowledge-sharing. Building your knowledge network ensures you’ll have someone to call, text or email when you need help with an issue. Joining your regional COPAS society is a great way to start building that network.
COPAS members get access to high-quality publications with key industry guidance, plus updated economic factors. Our blog and podcast are free resources you can access anytime.
COPAS offers a mentoring program at our Spring and Fall meetings. If you want a mentor, all you have to do is ask! Your new mentor is sure to introduce you to people they know.
Joining your regional COPAS society will connect you with many seasoned pros. If you meet one you click with, ask them about a possible mentoring relationship. All industry veterans received help early in their careers, and many are eager to “give back” by mentoring.