Question

The author wanted to see an accountant.

Answer 1

False, the man did not want to see an accountant, he wanted to see the manager.

" I had an idea that a person about to open an account must need to consult the manager. I went up to a wicket marked "Accountant." The accountant was a tall, cool [scoundrel]. ... My voice was sepulchral.  "Can I see the manager?" I said." Whew, thats long!

I hope I helped and that this is correct!