A Dose of Humor from the Audit Desk: How One Workpaper Brightened My Day
Mornings can sometimes be a little rough, but today took a delightful turn as I revisited our finalized Audit engagement from last year. I was diving into the expense analytics when I stumbled upon an unexpected gem that genuinely lifted my spirits.
As I scrutinized the figures, something caught my eye — a notable decrease in the company’s salary and benefit expenses. Instead of the usual explanation, I was surprised to find a bold red arrow in Excel, directing attention to a rather unflattering mugshot of an older man looking quite disheveled. It turns out this was the company’s former CEO.
The backstory was even more riveting: he had been arrested for fraud, leading to a significant drop in expenses. I couldn’t help but chuckle at the thought of the Audit partner and internal review team examining that workpaper, giving it their stamp of approval, all while blissfully unaware of the unexpected narrative behind those numbers.
It’s moments like these that remind us that even in the world of finance and audits, there can occasionally be a touch of humor. After all, it’s always good to approach our work with a light heart, even when the tasks at hand can feel daunting.
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