CPA Peer Review – Des Moines (IA)

AICPA Peer Review – Des Moines (IA)

Des Moines and Iowa CPA firms are required to undergo a firm peer review every three years – a requirement mandated by both the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and state licensing agencies.

A peer review is an independent examination of a firm’s accounting and auditing practices by another CPA firm. The purpose is to build client confidence, enhance professional development, identify and mitigate risks, and to satisfy compliance requirements. The reviewer examines ethical requirements, human resources, client acceptance procedures and engagement performance and monitoring. Since the results of peer reviews are publicly available, working with an experienced provider who will carefully examine operations is critical.

CPA Firm Peer Review Experience

Barnes Dennig has significant experience providing CPA firm peer review services to firms in Des Moines and Iowa. Our team has worked with dozens of firms of various sizes providing both system and engagement peer reviews. In fact, several team members have been conducting peer reviews for decades. Beyond this, Barnes Dennig not only stays current with the latest requirements and regulations impacting reviews, but also stays in touch with our peer review clients throughout the year, offering insights and ideas to improve operations and help our peers achieve the best possible outcomes. The result is a powerful combination of experience and expertise that drives value for your firm well beyond the peer review. Regardless of the need, Barnes Dennig is here to help.

CPA Firm Peer Reviews – Des Moines (IA)

The benefits of working with an experienced peer review firm like Barnes Dennig, include:

Practical Approach – We understand the challenge of maintaining daily responsibilities while undergoing a peer review, so, our approach is both practical and efficient. We provide timely, flexible, and efficient peer reviews designed to offer the necessary insights to improve the practice and bolster capabilities.
Practice Knowledge – Our firm has a large client base with specialized experience across a wide range of industries and practice areas, so we can map our review team to your practice effectively and efficiently.
Review Experience – Barnes Dennig has been performing CPA firm peer reviews for decades.

Can’t watch the video? Get the transcript.

Contact Our Des Moines CPA Firm Review Team

Barnes Dennig provides CPA firm peer review services to companies in Des Moines and Iowa. If you have questions or need assistance with your next peer review, contact us for a conversation. Here’s to your next peer review experience being a great one!

About the Des Moines Business Community

The Des Moines business community reflects the city’s role as both the economic engine of Iowa and a growing regional hub for finance, insurance, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. Long known as one of the nation’s leading insurance capitals, Des Moines is home to major players like Principal Financial, Nationwide, and EMC Insurance, as well as a strong network of regional banks, wealth management firms, and financial technology startups. This foundation has made the city a magnet for professional services firms and corporate headquarters, supported by a favorable business climate and a cost of living lower than many competing metro areas.

Manufacturing and agribusiness also remain vital to the area. Des Moines sits at the heart of Iowa’s agricultural economy, and companies involved in food processing, seed technology, farm equipment, and logistics rely on the city’s central location and strong transportation infrastructure. John Deere, Corteva Agriscience, and Kemin Industries are among the enterprises that tie the metro’s identity to agriculture while pushing into biotechnology and sustainable production practices. This mix of traditional strengths and innovation helps the region balance stability with growth.