In this episode of Incoming Statements, Anthony Alvernaz sits down with Chris Canoles, Head of Strategy at Numeric, to explore what really defines a successful auditor—and why it’s not just about numbers. Chris shares how early obsessions with tracking stats on Nintendo games revealed a natural pull toward data, but it was the human connection that truly shaped his career.

Through stories ranging from frozen warehouse audits to high-growth IPO environments, Chris highlights the critical role of professional judgment, authenticity, and trust-building in modern accounting. He explains how blending technical skills with genuine rapport turns auditors from checklist-followers into valued partners.

Chris reflects on how his experience with startups and innovative companies reframed his thinking around risk, growth, and opportunity. Today, at Numeric, he’s helping reshape the future of accounting by putting people, not just processes, at the center of financial operations.