Ethics for CPAs in New York

Accounting is a representation of the business processes with numbers. In order to provide stakeholders with an accurate picture of the business operations from a financial perspective, the bookkeeping needs to be honest and accurate. Professional conduct and ethical behavior are the backbone of the entire accounting and auditing profession. These components form the foundation upon which our creditability with the general public is built, without which, there is no profession. Whether you are a practitioner in public accounting or business and industry, you must always act in accordance with the requirements that define professional conduct and ethical behavior. 

This online Ethics webinar for CPAs is approved by the New York State Board for Public Accountancy (Board) and meets the requirement that New York licensed CPAs must complete a 4-hours course approved by the Board in ethics applicable to the practice of public accountancy.

This online webinar for CPA includes key topics such as a review of the provisions of New York State Education Law, Rules of the Board of Regents, and Regulations of the Commissioner of Education.

The primary objectives of the free CPE course are:

• To educate CPAs regarding ethics and ethical behavior; 
• Review, emphasize, and convey the intent of ethical standards and responsibilities relating to a CPA's performance of professional accounting services; and 
• Help CPAs apply ethical judgment in the context of the public interest.

Major Topics covered in this continuing education course are:

• Principles and concepts which form the foundation of ethical behavior
• The core principles of professional conduct -- integrity, objectivity, and independence
• The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct
• New York professional standards and responsibilities for the practice of public accounting