Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation: A Guide to the Profession

Forensic Accountants combine their accounting knowledge with investigative skills in various litigation support and investigative accounting settings. Forensic Accountants are employed by public accounting firms' forensic accounting divisions; by consulting firms specializing in risk consulting and forensic accounting services; or by lawyers, law enforcement agencies, insurance companies, government organizations or financial institutions. Due to heightened awareness and growing intolerance of fraudulent activity, demand for Forensic Accountants is rapidly increasing. There is a need for people with specialist skills who can undertake fraud investigations, valuations, assist in dispute resolution, prepare expert reports, and conduct fraud and forensic analysis. The Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation book covers basic and advanced knowledge in the following broad fraud and forensic accounting disciplines consisting of 7 sections with over 48 chapters; 1. Overview of Fraud and Forensic Accounting 2. Fraud Investigation 3. Gathering, Obtaining and Evaluating Evidence 4. Litigation and Expert Witnessing 5. Auditors and Management Responsibilities 6. Computer and Digital Forensics 7. Fraud and Forensic Accounting Engagement