Jennifer Joe

Jennifer Joe is the John E. Peterson Professor at the Accounting and Information Systems Department of Virginia Tech's Pamplin College of Business. Her research focuses on auditing practices, AI applications in auditing, regulatory frameworks, and diversity initiatives in accounting. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh and a B.B.A. from Baruch College, C.U.N.Y. Dr. Joe actively serves on PCAOB advisory groups, the Center for Audit Quality Scientific Committee, and the American Accounting Association Foundation's inaugural board.

• Education:
• Ph.D. in Accounting, University of Pittsburgh
• B.B.A. in Accounting, Baruch College, CUNY

Her research explores auditors' use of AI, evaluation of corporate internal controls, and audit regulation. She advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion in academia and the accounting profession. Key contributions include publishing in top journals like The Accounting Review and Journal of Accounting Research.

• Awards:
• AAA 2021 Presidential Scholar
• 2023 Auditing Journal Best Paper
• 2021 Issues in Accounting Education Best Paper
• 2020 McLaughlin Ethics Prize

Dr. Joe chairs the Auditing Section of the American Accounting Association and edits The Accounting Review. Her policy work bridges academic research with regulatory practice, emphasizing ethical accounting standards and inclusive professional environments.