Facility
Objectives
To provide you with the latest insights on current trends and hot topics from leaders of the government contracting sector.
Schedule
This session will provide an update on key legal and legislative developments affecting government contractors, including significant regulatory changes, bid protest decisions, and compliance trends. Attendees will gain practical insights into how these updates may impact their organizations and learn strategies for navigating the evolving legal landscape.
Credit: Business Law — 1
Review DCAA audit trends and compliance best practices in preparation for upcoming audits.
Credit: Auditing (Governmental) — 1
Credit: Information Technology — 1
Credit: Accounting (Governmental) — 1
Credit: Specialized Knowledge — 1
Credit: Information Technology — 1
Government contracting CFOs face critical challenges while producing the desired business outcomes for the companies they work for. Join us for an open and honest conversation with CFOs as they share their insights on what fills their days; and what’s keeping them up at night.
Credit: Business Management & Organization — 1
Attend this on-demand ethics course on your schedule at no additional charge.
The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, including accounting, with profound implications for professionals and firms. This Virginia Board of Accountancy-approved ethics course on responsible AI for the accounting profession explores the integration of AI in accounting, emphasizing ethical principles like transparency, accountability, privacy and fairness. The course offers a comprehensive overview of AI technologies, their applications in streamlining processes, and improving decision-making within the profession. It also addresses the challenges of regulatory compliance, data privacy and mitigating risks such as bias and security breaches. Through real-world case studies, you will gain insights into resolving ethical dilemmas, ensuring responsible AI usage, and fostering trust with clients and stakeholders.
By completing this course, you will develop strategies to navigate the complexities of AI governance and regulation, create robust frameworks for ethical decision-making, and adopt sustainable practices to balance innovation with responsibility. Designed for accounting professionals at all levels, this course equips learners with the tools to harness AI's potential while upholding the profession's ethical standards, ensuring compliance with legal obligations, and contributing to a more inclusive and accountable AI future.
Credit: Regulatory Ethics — 2
The CPA profession in Virginia, like in many other states, is governed by a complex framework of laws, regulations and ethical standards. As a CPA, you are expected to adhere to these guidelines, maintain the highest level of professional integrity, and act in the public interest.
This Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA)-approved ethics course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory and ethical landscape of the accounting profession in Virginia. We will explore the key principles of professional ethics, the role of the VBOA, and the specific regulations that govern the practice of public accounting in the state.
Credit: Regulatory Ethics - 2
Attend this on-demand ethics course on your schedule at no additional charge.
This Virginia Board of Accountancy-approved ethics course provides a thorough exploration of ethical principles, challenges and best practices essential to the accounting profession. You will gain a deep understanding of the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, including its guiding principles of integrity, objectivity and independence. The course highlights key ethical frameworks, such as managing conflicts of interest, safeguarding client confidentiality, and responding to noncompliance with laws and regulations (NOCLAR). Explore real-world scenarios and case studies that illustrate common ethical dilemmas accountants face, and obtain practical strategies for navigating these situations while upholding professional standards.
You will also learn how to apply professional skepticism, maintain independence when providing non-attest services, and manage risks associated with ethical conflicts. The course emphasizes the importance of fostering a culture of ethics within firms and explores updates to tax standards and reporting requirements. By the end of the course, you will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to address ethical challenges effectively, ensuring your practice aligns with professional expectations and public trust.
Credit: Regulatory Ethics — 2
Advanced Preparation
None
Vendor
The Virginia Society of CPAs (VSCPA) is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: NASBARegistry.org.
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