According to the Association of Fraud Examiners 2014 survey, a typical business loses 5% of their revenues annually to fraud, equating to a
median annual loss of $145,000. The average time from when the fraud started until it was detected is 18 months.
Suspicious behavior can be very challenging to detect, so it is crucial to have a team with the expertise and experience to uncover the
fraudulent acts as well as to help prevent them. We use the most sophisticated forensic techniques to collect, analyze and evaluate evidential
matter. Our specialized software combs through extensive amounts of data to detect anomalies and spot questionable trends.
The services of a forensic accountant are essential in a wide range of investigations across many different industries. Some of the most common
forensic accounting cases involve:
- Fraud detection and estimate of business losses
- Asset misappropriation
- Financial statement irregularities or unreported income or assets
- Embezzlement
- Asset tracing and evaluation of disputed assets
- Breach of contract or non-compete agreement
Our approach in these cases is to evaluate the situation, analyze the financial records or reconstruct books and records as needed, assist with
the protection and recovery of assets, communicate with other experts as needed (such as attorneys, law enforcement, insurance agencies,
forensic document examiners, etc.) and aid in any criminal prosecution or civil action.
In addition, we help detect internal control weaknesses and develop fraud prevention policies so your assets are protected in the future. This
is done by evaluating
- The physical controls in place for asset management
- The ability to detect fraudulent financial reporting
- Management and key employee duties, conflicts of interest, and personal circumstances
Our analysis includes generating reports, charts, diagrams, and presentations, and expert or consulting witness testimony to ensure proper
communication with relevant parties for a successful outcome.