News & Updates
CPA Licensing Changes Will Hit Half of All States by Year-End
August 28, 2025
While a growing band of states have passed new CPA licensure laws, employers, universities, students and regulators are just beginning to grapple with how the new rules will work.
High School Outreach to Boost the Accounting Pipeline
August 28, 2025
Interactive presentations related to the students’ interests increased awareness and interest in the accounting field, as well as students’ understanding of the profession, their interest in pursuing an accounting degree, and their awareness of diverse career paths.
Young Employees are the Most Engaged, But Hard to Retain
August 06, 2025
Employees under the age of 25 are the most engaged and positive of all employee groups, but many in a recent global report don’t envision working at their organizations long term.
VSCPA Educational Foundation awards a record $82,500 in accounting scholarships
June 09, 2025
For Immediate Release Julia Conlon, VSCPA (804) 612 -9450 jconlon@vscpa.com Richmond (June 9, 2025) — The Virginia Society of Public Accountants (VSCPA) Educational Foundation has awarded accounting students across the Commonwealth a record-breaking total of $82,500 in scholarships for the 2025–2026
Welcome back!
May 08, 2025
Although popular and successful in other industries, returnships have remained largely untouched by the accounting profession. Experts share why CPA firms should consider tapping into this retention tool to combat the ongoing talent crisis.
Culture in crisis
May 07, 2025
Burnout is fueling workplace frustration, cynicism and absenteeism. Leaders can chart a path forward and right the ship.
Virginia Lawmakers Pass Legislation Introduced at the Request of the VSCPA to Support More Pathways to Become a CPA
March 03, 2025
For Immediate Release Emily Walker, VSCPA (804) 612-9428 ewalker@vscpa.com Richmond (Feb. 17, 2025) — The Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants (VSCPA) applauds the Virginia House and Senate for passing VSCPA-backed legislation to address a crucial barrier preventing accountants from
VSCPA supports bills with new CPA licensure pathway
February 18, 2025
Offset hiring costs with incentives
February 10, 2025
Taking action on CPA licensure
November 22, 2024
State initiatives target workforce growth
November 21, 2024
Creating a culture of engagement
September 10, 2024
CPA firm worries: Staff and tax laws
August 02, 2024
VSCPA Educational Foundation Awards a Record $72,000 in Accounting Scholarships
June 07, 2024
For Immediate Release Tina Bates, VSCPA (804) 612 -9416 tbates@vscpa.com X: @vscpanews Richmond (June 7, 2024) — The Virginia Society of Public Accountants (VSCPA) Educational Foundation recently selected its college scholarship recipients for the 2024–2025 academic year. The VSCPA Educational
Charting the CPA pipeline
February 01, 2024
Pay to play
October 18, 2023
The CPA pipeline: Front and center
October 17, 2023
Is AI the solution to acquiring accounting talent?
July 21, 2023
Pay to play: Can pay transparency help CPA firms attract and retain talent?
July 21, 2023
The CPA credential: Opening doors for U.S. immigrants
July 21, 2023