Paths Through the Forest
Trailheads
Industry News & Financial Reporting
This trail covers ongoing developments in the accounting industry as well as broader trends across the business world. I am particularly interested in how technology, AI, regulations, markets, and global events continue to reshape modern organizations. Having worked in accounting roles involving financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end processes, I also enjoy exploring the principles and practices that support accurate and reliable financial information. Some notes along this trail may cover industry developments, accounting topics, business trends, and observations about the changing nature of work and commerce.
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Audit & Fraud Analytics
This trail reflects one of the main reasons why I started this website. The intersection of data science, AI, auditing, and fraud analytics is a field I hope to continue exploring over the long term. Having studied both accounting and computer science and worked in auditing and internal control environments, I enjoy examining how technology, risk management, data analysis, and human behavior interact within modern organizations. Notes along this trail may cover auditing, fraud analytics, internal controls, emerging technologies, and observations on decision-making and organizational dynamics, with a particular interest in risk assessment and governance.
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ERP
This trail explores the systems and processes that support modern organizations behind the scenes. My interest in ERP grew through accounting and auditing, where enterprise systems connect financial reporting, operations, internal controls, and decision-making across an organization. Having worked with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and gained some exposure to SAP and SharePoint, I enjoy learning how technology can improve efficiency and information flow. Notes along this trail may cover ERP platforms, enterprise applications, system implementation, and business process design.
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Tax
This trail explores taxation as both a practical business function and a reflection of broader economic and public policy decisions. Through my accounting experience, I have assisted with sales and use tax audits and have experience preparing and filing sales and use tax returns. These experiences helped me appreciate the role tax plays in regulatory compliance, business operations, and financial decision-making. Notes along this trail may cover tax concepts, regulatory developments, compliance topics, and observations on the evolving relationship between taxation and the business environment.