Milton resident Carol Ruiz elected Vice-Chair and Audit Committee chair of MassCPAs board

The Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants (MassCPAs) today announced that Carol Ruiz, CPA, was elected to serve its Board of Directors as chair-elect for its 2024-2025 fiscal year, which began May 1.

Ruiz, a Milton resident, is a partner at PwC LLP’s Boston office in the firm’s health industries practice. PwC LLP is a professional services firm that provides clients with audit and assurance, tax and consulting services.

MassCPAs Board of Directors is a group of 19 elected members that sets policies, manages programs and oversees activities that benefit the 11,500-member organization and accounting profession in Massachusetts.

“MassCPAs Board of Directors are an exceptional and diverse group of leaders,” said Zach Donah, CAE, MassCPAs president and CEO. “Their unique backgrounds and perspectives will be instrumental in shaping the Society’s priorities and propelling the accounting industry in Massachusetts forward. I have no doubt that Carol’s contributions will benefit not just the Society and our community, but the entire profession for years to come.”

Ruiz brings 21 years of experience at PwC LLP, where she has served clients across various industries, providing both audit and advisory services. Her expertise extends beyond technical execution, as she also advises clients on complex accounting issues and helps them implement new pronouncements. Notably, Ruiz champions diversity and inclusion within the firm, taking a leadership role in driving firm-wide initiatives.

About the Massachusetts Society of CPAs:

The Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants, Inc. is the state professional association of certified public accountants, representing over 11,500 members in public accounting practice, industry and business, government and education. The Society works to develop and maintain high professional standards and offers a wide array of legislative, technical and referral services to its members.