Question 1 [7%]

Role of accountants

Bob Smith has enrolled in a Bachelor of Business Studies at Charles Sturt University for session one (1) 2020. He recently viewed an advertisement for junior accountants to work in financial and forensic roles. He would like further information on each role and has asked for your advice. Bob has always had a keen interest in detective work for legal matters.

Required

Bob wanted a brief report (600 +/- 10% words) with references (in APA 7th ed. style), that include credible sources of information outside the textbook. Your report must:

• include an executive summary
• provide an overview of both financial and forensic roles;
• identify the similarities and differences that exist between the two (2) roles;
• conclude, with reference to your findings, which role would be most appropriate for Bob.