Why Every Business Owner Should Think Like a Forensic Accountant with Clay Kniepmann

As a business owner, you may trust your team, but that trust can blind you to the quiet financial risks inside your business.

In this episode of The Creative Agency Success Show, we talk with Clay Kniepmann, manager in Forensic and Litigation at Anders, to share practical tips on balancing trust and control and how you can use simple steps to strengthen your internal processes.

Key Takeaways:

• Watch for Red Flags: Delayed reports and lifestyle mismatches are warning signs.
• Balance Trust and Controls: Small businesses need clear internal controls.
• Simple Steps Matter: You don’t need complex systems.
• Technology Has Limits: Prevention still relies on human judgment.
• Owner Involvement is Key: Owners must stay engaged.

Take practical steps to strengthen your business for lasting success. Tune into the episode of ▶️ Why Every Business Owner Should Think Like a Forensic Accountant with Clay Kniepmann.

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Quotes

• Clay Kniepmann - "Forensic accounting is like piecing a puzzle together. Each case is unique and requires careful analysis and adaptability."
• Jamie Nau: "Understanding your operational processes helps identify potential fraud risks more effectively than generic controls."

Clay Kniepmann is a manager in Forensic and Litigation at Anders, specializing in forensic accounting, fraud investigation, and litigation services. He’s known for making intricate financial issues easy to understand, giving leaders the clarity they need to make smarter decisions.

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The Creative Agency Success Show helps service-based business owners master the financial side of growth. Hosted by Jamie Nau, Director of Virtual CFO Services/ Virtual CFO, and Jody Grunden, Partner and Virtual CFO Practice Leader at Anders CPAs + Advisors, the podcast dives into essential financial strategies for scaling creative agencies.

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