[Verse 1] In the world of numbers where trust must reign Every CPA must know the game Five pillars stand to guide our way Professional standards we obey When clients put their faith in you The code will tell you what to do [Chorus] I-O-P-C-D, remember these five carefully Integrity first, Objectivity blessed Professional competence, Due care expressed Confidentiality guards what we know These are the principles that help us grow I-O-P-C-D, the foundation of CPA [Verse 2] Integrity means we tell the truth Never deceive or give false proof Straightforward dealing, honest speech These are the values that we teach When pressure mounts to bend the rules Integrity's the greatest tool [Chorus] I-O-P-C-D, remember these five carefully Integrity first, Objectivity blessed Professional competence, Due care expressed Confidentiality guards what we know These are the principles that help us grow I-O-P-C-D, the foundation of CPA [Verse 3] Objectivity keeps bias away Independent judgment every day Don't let relationships cloud your sight Professional skepticism makes it right When conflicts of interest appear Objectivity keeps your vision clear [Bridge] Professional competence means you're qualified Keep learning, growing, knowledge amplified Due care means diligence in all you do Thoroughness and accuracy shining through Confidentiality protects their trust Guard information like you must [Chorus] I-O-P-C-D, remember these five carefully Integrity first, Objectivity blessed Professional competence, Due care expressed Confidentiality guards what we know These are the principles that help us grow I-O-P-C-D, the foundation of CPA [Outro] When ethical dilemmas come your way These five principles will light the way The code of conduct stands so strong Following it, you can't go wrong
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