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dearviceroy has written 16 posts for Modern Accountancy

For it is interim, shed thy coat of idleness

The air is crisp and refreshing as I amble about the grounds. I compare the exuberance of my dogs, energized by the season and the squirrels, to the teams of auditors traipsing about performing interim audit travails. I return to my study invigorated, to share some recent observations. Over the past few weeks I was … Continue reading

My independence felled, grâces to a bottle of 1877 Colheita

Like a great water oak, my independence once stood. Yet, like a waterhead, I acted. I had opined upon the financial statements of this client and grown comfortable with management, even inviting them to philanthropic soirées at my estate. Remuneration in fees was sufficient. The service I provided and for which was paid, allowed this … Continue reading

Letters this week: A troubled partner, Mother’s love, and FASB muddle

The first letter this week is from a CPA savoring his first tastes of professional courtesy. Then, on to a letter not intended for the public, but I felt you would delight in the struggle. The last letter is my simple clarification on an accounting standards update. The names of the authors, our fellow professionals, … Continue reading

Your letters received, responses with boundless utility provided – The Viceroy

This week I respond to inquisitive correspondence that can only be described as moderately mid tier. In the workplace, these professionals are in a precarious spot. They are posturing from positions of strength, yet searching for my guidance, my trusted direction. Available on the morrow-

“I was tired of just being one of the squares” -Scotch Londonderry

As teased, I have the much anticipated interview with former audit partner, Scotch Londonderry. I decided, at the behest of his attorney, to misconstrue the spelling of his name and withhold the firm for which he rendered his disservice. For those amongst my readership that are not familiar with this tale of woe, be it … Continue reading

Interview teaser – Gripping your attention

Tomorrow, I share my interview with former audit partner and less graciously now known as convicted insider trader, Scotch Londonderry (we drastically altered his surname in order for his attorney to grant the interview). Regrettably, his attorney was present, and interjected detritus. Onward, and return tomorrow- The Viceroy