AICPA confers special recognition award.

Robert S. Roussey, an accounting professor at the University of Southern California who previously had been a partner at Arthur Andersen, was the 2004 recipient of the AICPA's Special Recognition Award. The Institute presents the award to individuals who have made substantial contributions to the accounting profession.

Roussey was recognized for his work on international auditing standards. He served five years as chair of the International Auditing Practices Committee, the predecessor to the current International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board. of the International Federation of Accountants. Roussey has been involved with IFAC since 1980.

In addition, he has been a member of the AICPA's Auditing Standards Board and is currently on the Institute's International Issues Committee.