Diverse and truly interesting

On Tuesday, October 7, four experienced female executives from auditing firms and internal audit departments stood before students and alumni of Frankfurt School of Finance & Management for Q&A session: Elke Breuer, Vice President Compliance and Integrity, Fraport AG; Elisabet Brichs, Head of Audit London Branch, Commerzbank AG; Clarissa Lücken,Partner, Auditor for SMEs, Start-ups, Scale-ups & VCs, Rödl & Partner; Michelle Elodie Schröder, Auditor, Tax Consultant, Manager, KPMG, Frankfurt School Alumna.

Enthusiastically, the four women spoke about their professions, daily routines, and the extraordinary variety of their jobs, which constantly brings them into contact with people from different backgrounds. Clarissa Lücken and Michelle Elodie Schröder both shared that they gain deep insights into various industries and face new challenges every day. The role of an auditor today goes far beyond merely conducting audits: many clients are currently undergoing transformation processes, such as the introduction of artificial intelligence.

Elisabet Brichs, Commerzbank AG, and Elke Breuer, Fraport AG, also emphasized the diversity of their daily work. They continually learn new tasks and challenges, working closely with people from their companies. It was not just about creating Excel spreadsheets, but about understanding and processing complex issues.

In a speed-dating format, the four experts engaged in personal conversations with the guests, answering individual questions and discussing career opportunities. The evening concluded with a get-together. Conclusion: Students and alumni made valuable new corporate contacts.