Employee Spotlight – Mike Aponte

Where did you go to college?
I attended University of South Carolina.

What year did you join Scott and Company? 
I joined Scott and Company as an intern in January 2018.  I became a full-time team member in the firm’s Assurance and Advisory practice in December 2018

Why did you choose Scott and Company?
I was drawn to the work culture; the partners always have an open door for anything we need, there is a great work-life balance, and half-day summer Fridays aren’t too bad either.

Give a summary of background work experience and tell about your current responsibilities at the firm.
I am currently an in-charge.  Within the past couple of months, I have been given more responsibilities which include supervising/training new staff members and I also have a bigger part in getting engagements started and planning the audit strategy.

What do you enjoy most about living in Columbia?
As an alumnus of the University of South Carolina, it is fun to still be able to attend sporting events. 

If you could go back in time, what event would you want to attend in person? 
Super Bowl 3.  The one and only Super Bowl for the New York Jets.

What interesting fact would you most like your readers to know about you?
I played on the Ultimate Frisbee team while attending the University of South Carolina.