Accounting in Pop Culture
In "The Office," this character is the head of the accounting department at Dunder Mifflin
Who is Angela?
“So it’s gonna be forever or it’s gonna go down in flames.”
What is "Blank Space" by Taylor Swift?
This accounting firm is associated with the slogan “Because people matter."
What is BPM?
She is the most decorated American gymnast of all time with seven Olympic medals.
Who is Simone Biles?
This is the total number of hammocks found on the Quad at UC Davis.
What is 12? (6 on the west side and 6 on the east side)
This 2013 film starring Leonardo DiCaprio showcases the fraudulent financial dealings of Jordan Belfort
What is The Wolf of Wall Street?
“Tryna strike a chord and it’s probably a minor.”
What is "Not Like Us" by Kendrick Lamar?
Consistently ranked as a top 10 accounting firm in the San Francisco Bay Area and a top 50 accounting firm in the nation, this firm was recently noted as the largest accounting firm headquartered in Silicon Valley.
What is Frank Rimerman?
In 2019, this California-based NBA team relocated from San Diego to Los Angeles, becoming the second team in the city.
What is the Los Angeles Clippers?
These are the three street exits off Highway 113 that lead into Davis
What are W Covell Blvd, Hutchison Dr, and Russell Blvd?
This house music producer and DJ, known for hits like 'Where You Are,' was an accountant before rising to fame in the electronic music scene
Who is John Summit?
“You got mud on your face, you big disgrace. Kicking your can all over the place.”
What is "We Will Rock You" by Queen?
This firm’s largest audit clients include Alphabet Inc., Amazon, Apple, Hewlett-Packard, and CVS.
What is Ernst & Young (EY)?
This Swiss tennis player, known for his smooth playing style, holds the record for most Wimbledon singles titles.
Who is Roger Federer?
Three Mexican food spots in Davis share this four-letter prefix in their name, with locations in downtown, North Davis, and Southeast Davis
What is "Guad"?
This Shark Tank investor and entrepreneur, who made millions in tech, started his career as an accountant before becoming a venture capitalist
Who is Kevin O’Leary?
“7am, the usual morning lineup. Start on the chores and sweep ‘til the floor’s all clean.”
What is "When Will My Life Begin" by Mandy Moore?
This company provides Private Equity and Hedge Funds tax services but does not offer audit services.
What is Andersen?
This NBA player, nicknamed "The Big Fundamental," won five championships with the San Antonio Spurs.
Who is Tim Duncan?
This numbered parking lot is located directly next to Latitude on the UC Davis campus.
What is Lot 41?
In Brooklyn Nine-Nine, this nerdy precinct administrator is a former forensic accountant with a love for spreadsheets and yogurt.
Who is Terry Jeffords?
“My pride, my ego, my needs, and my selfish ways caused a woman like you to walk out of my life.”
What is "When I Was Your Man" by Bruno Mars?
This enthusiastic recruiter is known for his bright smile, cheerful attitude, and for providing accounting-related shirts.
Who is Justin Lin?
This Egyptian winger, known for his pace and skill, led Liverpool to a Champions League title in 2019 and a Premier League title in 2020, while becoming one of the club’s all-time top scorers.
Who is Mohamed Salah?
Despite being commonly referred to as the TLC, the Teaching & Learning Complex is technically part of this set of buildings on campus
What is Surge?