S is assistant management accountant for a large telecommunications company. S has become aware that the company is offering different levels of discount to different corporate customers. S is concerned that this is unethical, so she mentioned it to the Finance Director during her most recent appraisal. The Director seemed amused at S’s concern, and said that such a situation was ‘perfectly normal’.
Which ONE of the following would it be appropriate for S to do?
A . Nothing further
B . Request a further meeting with the Finance Director
C . Ask for confirmation in writing from the Director
D . Resign
E . Bring the matter to the attention of the Managing Director
F . Ask for advice from the company’s external auditors
Answer: A