JWK CLIENTS DO BUSINESS in many industries and markets. They are the authorities on my thoroughness and professionalism. Here, in the exact words of your peers, is a sample of what you can expect from a JWK audit.
WE’RE A GROWING THREE BILLION dollar bank with a substantial inventory of notes receivable. Our demands upon field auditors are strict. Jeff Kessel has earned a high rank on our Preferred List of resources. His professional auditing skills are enhanced by his work ethic, his efficient demeanor with clients, and an exceptional understanding of various management systems. I have had many compliments from the field on Jeff’s non-invasive, pleasant manner. He is persistently inquisitive without being confrontational. Jeff’s methods and competence are reflected in reports that don’t get lost in the narrative – they are clear, insightful, and easy to read. One caution: Jeff Kessel’s reputation and the loyalty of his clients make it wise to get onto his calendar early.
WE DON’T SET LEVELS OF QUALITY in our selection of field auditors. We require the complete professional product: detailed thoroughness, valuable insights and crisp, useful reporting. Jeff Kessel is as good as there is. He takes a very detailed approach, provides us with all the variables and options, then he lets the bank decide what level of aggressiveness is best for both the bank and the customer. Jeff’s recommendations have depth because his tireless pursuit of the facts is supported by long experience in straight-up audits of all types. (One of our early engagements was a troubled company that wanted a $30 million asset based loan. Jeff provided a collateral performance evaluation which allowed the company to survive and grow as a strategic partner of ours for years of profitability. Jeff’s excellent work was instrumental.) Jeff Kessel has been my go-to man for over ten years.
WHEN ONE OF OUR SUBCONTRACTORS goes out on-site, he represents us. Three years ago, I’d had some bad experiences with large auditing firms, and a colleague recommended Jeff Kessel. Today, about twenty field exams later, Jeff has become one of my most trusted resources. His professional manner and work habits help him find things other examiners will never go deep enough to get; all the while, Jeff remains a good reflection on our company. I used to have to go through layers of people to communicate about a project. Now I call Jeff. And Jeff answers the phone.
GOOD FIELD PRACTICES are in the eye of the beholder. I know what to look for because I’ve done these same kinds of engagements myself about two hundred times. When I see Jeff Kessel at work, I see a multi-talented professional: Jeff has a great technical expertise. He’s able to analyze for value and quality and he summarizes the key issues knowledgeably. He understands a multitude of industries. He doesn’t mince words. He works for the client. If every field examiner performed like Jeff Kessel, I wouldn’t say he was better than anyone else. But they don’t.
