One of the most challenging aspects of my job as a public accountant and auditor is explaining to clients why I’d like to do what I need to do. Frequently you’ll find in your position as the auditor that client employees will enjoy seeing you twist in the wind and will find the most effective way […]

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This past week has been an inter­esting one. I’m at a client for the third year now. This is the first time that’s happened, which makes sense since I just began the third year of work after gradu­ating. Some reflec­tions on the milestone: The first year I was green. I had about a week of […]

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It was my first day back to work today after passing the UFE on Friday, and I have to say it was pretty much like last Thursday. New client, but one I was at last year around this time. I can’t say as I felt more competent than last week, although inside I felt more […]

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Part of any audit is atten­dance at the client’s inventory count. If the company being audited has material inventory in multiple locations, you’ll have to observe each count. I’ve been busy lately with inventory counts. Yesterday I went to one and counted washing machines and dryers. This morning I was counting packages of cottage cheese, sour […]

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Before accoun­tants can get down to the business of providing service to clients, we have to issue what’s known in the biz as an “engagement letter.” Contrary to what I’d initially thought, this doesn’t tie me down to any one person for the rest of my life, for better or worse, in good times and bad. […]

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