W16 Day 80 of Nana's Internship
Week 16 Day 80 (25 Jul 2025)
Activity
- Continued checking all the transactions with other files to verify whether my records were accurate or if there were any missing transactions. This included reviewing personal claims, petrol and toll expenses, car plate purchases on behalf of clients, costs of car purchases/maintenance claimed by the clients as the business owners, and office use claims.
Key Learning
- Strengthened understanding of the importance of cross-checking various categories of expenses to ensure accuracy.
- Improved skills in verifying supporting documents and detecting inconsistencies.
- Learned to clarify which expenses should be recorded in the business account and which are for personal use.
Reflection
Today’s
task required a lot of focus and patience as I carefully went through multiple
categories of transactions. It was quite challenging because the records were
extensive and involved different types of expenses, such as personal claims,
office-related costs, and car-related expenses. Each category needed thorough
checking, and sometimes the supporting documents were not clearly labelled,
which made the process even more time-consuming. Instead of feeling pressured,
I tried to approach the task systematically by breaking it down into smaller
sections. This approach helped me stay organized and avoid confusion while
clarifying which expenses belonged to the business account and which were
purely personal. I also started to notice patterns in the way the clients
handled their claims, which made the checking process smoother.
From
today’s work, I realized how important it is to maintain proper documentation
and clear categorization from the start, as it saves so much time later on. I
also understood that being detail-oriented is not just about spotting errors
but also about building a strong foundation for accurate financial analysis.
This gave me a sense of responsibility, knowing that my work could directly
impact the accuracy of the client’s financial position.
