On internships and interns
There is no doubt that an internship is essential in every profession. Theory is the foundation, and it matters! But experience matters just as much – knowing how to apply what you have learned in real working life.
Accounting
These posts look at accounting in a broader sense: how to choose an accountant or a firm that suits you, what the difference is between an in-house accountant and a firm, and why clean books are the foundation of every successful company. I also share what I've learned from supervising interns, because a good accountant is largely made through practice. I write about what 32 years in the profession have taught me.
Anu Allikvee
CEO of AR Tähelend OÜ
How to choose an accountant?
In the master's program in economics at the University of Tartu, we once had to do a SWOT analysis – in short, a technique for weighing the strengths and weaknesses of any undertaking. Quite a few of the business owners in the room chose the topic "How to choose an accountant." It turned out to be a hot topic, and a good fit for the coursework too.
