Virginia Regulatory Ethics 2025 (VBOA-Approved) + Free CPE

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-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 Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA), and the specific regulations that govern the practice of public accounting in the state.

Earn up to 4 free CPE credits by participating in sessions led by our event sponsors.

• Noon – 12:15 p.m. — Cost Control Compliance: The Tech Advantage
  Presented by Zoho
  Discover how cutting-edge technology is reshaping accounting practices to drive cost control compliance. This session will explore the role of automation, analytics and integrated platforms in streamlining financial workflows. Learn how Zoho Finance Suite empowers CPA's with tools to enhance efficiency, maintain compliance, and adapt to the evolving demands of modern financial management.
• 12:15 – 12:30 p.m. — Automate Tax Prep Using AI: Increasing Productivity by 3x
  Presented by Flyfin
  Explore how advancements in AI are reshaping the way taxes are prepared — making the process faster, more accurate and less manual. We'll walk through real examples from FlyFin's journey automating tax prep and discuss where the future is headed.
• 12:30 – 1 p.m. — Scaling Your Business with AI: Unlocking Growth & Innovations
  Presented by InnerPC
  Discover how artificial intelligence can transform your business by driving more intelligent decisions, improving customer experiences, and accelerating growth. This session explores practical strategies and real-world examples to help you harness the power of AI, automate key operations, and innovate faster, ensuring your business stays competitive and thrives in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
• 1 – 1:45 p.m. — Avoiding Costly Mistakes: Overview of Foreign Bank Account and International Informational Reporting Requirements, Penalties & Remediation
  Presented by Hughes Noff
  1) Classify International Information Reporting Obligations (FBAR, 8938, 3520…etc) for foreign assets through discussion of real life examples, including deadlines and filing thresholds. 2) Summarize the penalty and assessment statute consequences of failure to timely file informational reports. 3) Outline remediation compliance programs and procedures, such as voluntary disclosures and streamlined filing compliance procedures, and identify the proper path to resolution.
• 1:45 – 1:50 p.m. — Break
• 1:50 – 2:05 p.m. — Addressing Professional Liability Coverage Needs in the Fast-Changing Profession
  Presented by Aon
  Learn how to evaluate what you need to protect for your firm. When and why evaluating your insurance needs on a regular cadence make sense. What factors to consider and including changes within your business and firm.
• 2:05 – 2:20 p.m. — Driving Business Results With Workforce Analytics
  Presented by ADP
  Organizations today are awash in data — but turning that data into actionable insights remains a major challenge. In this session, discover how ADP’s robust workforce analytics can help cut through the noise, enabling business leaders and their advisors to uncover critical trends, drive smarter decisions and achieve measurable business outcomes. Learn how to move from data overload to strategic advantage with tools that bring clarity, impact and results.
• 2:20 – 2:35 p.m. — Elevate Your Advisory: Automation That Drives Results
  Presented by Ramp
  Chasing receipts and spending time across multiple tech stacks doesn’t just waste time, it cuts into margins and slows your firm down. Join Ramp’s session to learn how leading firms are simplifying their workflows with smarter automation, streamlining accounts payable, and accelerating close. Discover how to strengthen financial oversight and drive strategic growth with less complexity and more impact.
• 2:35 – 2:50 p.m. — Reduce Credit Card Processing Fees Without Switching Processors
  Presented by Merchant Cost Consulting
  We will use this time to give an overview of our services and some background on our company. We will explain how we are able to lower fees for our clients, what the process looks like, and the services that we offer.
• 2:50 – 2:55 p.m. — Break
• 2:55 – 3:30 p.m. — Hot Tax Topics
  Presented by Frost Law
  Explore key developments in tax controversy, highlighting recent updates, litigation activity, and regulatory shifts. Review emerging issues across compliance, enforcement and taxpayer advocacy. You'll gain a broad sense of the current landscape and areas to watch.