Forensic Accounting

Forensic Accounting is defined as "the use of accounting skills to investigate fraud or embezzlement and to analyze financial information for use in legal proceedings".  We have worked with attorneys, government municipalities, private corporations and many other types of organizations who have had a need for detailed financial analysis with the possibility of the final destination being a legal dispute.

 

However, this is not the only application.  Following the money trail can also provide valuable insight to a wide range of clients outside of criminal investigations and litigation who have some question related to financial transactions or irregularities.While forensic accounting is often used to investigate or provide information to assist with resolution of a problem, it is also infinitely valuable to business owners and managers to help them maximize profit by understanding their expenditures and minimizing waste or abuse.  

 

A forensic analysis can, additionally, help highlight weak internal controls or policies and procedures pertaining to authorization that need to be improved.

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