November 2025

Auditing

Ethics in Auditing: A Checkbox Exercise or a Moral Duty?

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A cold autumn breeze swirled outside the Houston skyscraper as a handful of auditors pored over the financial statements of Enron Corporation. It was late 2001, and whispers of irregularities were growing louder by the day. Inside the audit room, tension mounted. The auditors from Arthur Andersen faced a pivotal decision: challenge their prestigious client’s dubious accounting practices and risk a lucrative engagement, or sign off on the accounts and hope for the best.… Read more
Accounting

Transitioning from Public to Private Accounting: A Practical Guide on What to Expect, How to Translate Your Skills, and Negotiating Your First Industry Role

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Transitioning from a public accounting firm to a private (industry) accounting role is one of the most significant career moves an accountant can make. Whether you’re a first-year auditor feeling burned out from busy season or a seasoned manager craving new challenges beyond client service, moving into industry is a pivotal decision. Public accounting – including audit, tax, assurance, and advisory services – provides a strong foundation of technical skills, work discipline, and diverse experiences.… Read more
Auditing, Business and Technology

Auditing Warehouse Inventory Systems in the Digital Era: A Comprehensive Global Guide

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In today’s fast-paced digital economy, warehouses are not merely physical storerooms of goods; they are sophisticated hubs where inventory is tracked, managed, and optimized through advanced digital systems. The proliferation of cloud services, e-commerce platforms, and automated inventory tools means that organizations rely on seamless data integration to ensure real-time visibility into stock levels, shipments, and order fulfillment. In this context, auditing the warehouse inventory system is a critical component of the assurance process.… Read more
Financial Management

When Saving Money Makes You Poorer

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Many people grow up hearing that saving money is the surest path to financial security. Yet in today’s economy, purely hoarding cash can backfire. A dollar tucked away in a low-interest savings account may actually lose value over time. Inflation, eroding purchasing power, and missed opportunities for growth can turn prudent saving into a hidden trap. In this guide we’ll explore why certain saving habits – although seemingly prudent – can leave you relatively poorer in the long run.… Read more
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