Membership in the National Society of Accountants for Cooperatives (NSAC) is open to individuals employed by or affiliated with a cooperative organization as well as those who are engaged in providing professional services for cooperatives and those who are otherwise engaged in the furtherance of cooperative principals.
When joining NSAC, one becomes a member of the both the national organization and one or more chapters. NSAC has one chapter that is national in scope, the Electric Cooperative Chapter (ECC). The ECC is dedicated to serving rural utility advisors. Other chapters of NSAC are organized geographically.
These regional organizations provide education and information of special interest to members. They are especially valuable to members as they add a more localized component to membership. Members may affiliate with the chapter(s) of their choice.
Recent Happenings
NSAC Announces 2026–2027 Scholarship Recipients
Investing in the next generation of leaders is one of the most meaningful ways NSAC supports the cooperative community. Through its annual Scholarship Program, the National Society of Accountants for Cooperatives is proud to help outstanding students pursue their educational goals while encouraging academic excellence, leadership, and lifelong learning. This year, NSAC received an impressive number of applications from exceptionally talented ...
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Honoring the Life and Legacy of Larry Romuald
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Larry Romuald, a devoted leader, mentor, and friend to NSAC and so many throughout the cooperative community. Larry dedicated 42 years of his career to serving agricultural cooperatives, but those who knew him will remember him for far more than his professional accomplishments. He was a trusted advisor, a thoughtful leader, and someone who generously shared his knowledge and experience with ...
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As Boomers Retire, Pressure Mounts to Expose Employee Stock Buyback Obligations
A retirement plan that runs on company stock can turn into a company’s next liquidity crisis — and U.S. accounting rule-setters are weighing whether businesses should be forced to spell out the size and timing of those buyback bills. The issue centers on employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs), a common way for private-company founders to sell their businesses to workers as they head for the exits. The pitch is easy to understand:
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