Howard Schilit

About the Author

Howard Schilit is a renowned financial analyst and author with over three decades of experience in uncovering corporate accounting deceptions. A former Wall Street professional, he founded the Center for Financial Research and Analysis, where he pioneered methods to detect earnings manipulation and financial fraud. Schilit's expertise has been sought by investors, regulators, and corporations worldwide, helping to safeguard billions in assets from misleading financial statements. His seminal work, Financial Shenanigans: How to Detect Accounting Gimmicks & Fraud in Financial Reports, Second Edition, remains a cornerstone resource for professionals navigating the complexities of corporate reporting. Through his writings, Schilit empowers readers to see beyond the numbers and reveal the true health of businesses.