JOHN SCHILLING has written and published a story about his exciting life as an accountant. Now, exciting and accountant don't very often appear in the same sentence, but his story certainly has both elements.
UNDERCOVER is a well written account of his actions as a whistleblower, exposing his employer's actions in their attempts to cheat the government out of a gazillion dollars. It seems they had set up a system to improperly report costs and payments to hospitals under Medicare. What John discovered and reported to various agencies eventually blossomed into discovery of illegal practices nationwide throughout the medical benefits billing system. For his honesty he was very richly rewarded.
John, now living in Florida, grew up in Menomonee Falls. I knew him back when he was a volunteer on the Menomonee Falls Fire Department where I was serving as Lieutenant. His goal was to become a full-time firefighter - he thought that to be an exciting life. Little did he know that there can be monetary rewards and a heck of a lot more excitement associated with other occupations as well.
Accountants and excitement? Yes indeed! John has a story full of intrigue and suspense. There were a lot of ups and downs, but in the end the government and this good citizen eventually win big time rewards. I am days late posting this blog because it is hard to put the book down and address other demands of my time.
UNDERCOVER was published by the American Management Association a few weeks ago. I'm six chapters deep into the book and sincerely recommend it to area residents. I hope you will find his book worth your time and money.
