Fraud and financial investigations

Our Forensic Services team engages fourteen retired police officers, all of whom have experience of conducting complex investigations.

These team members work alongside experienced accountants with specialist skills in all areas of forensic accounting including internal audit, IT audit, Tax fraud, VAT fraud, Insolvency and Corporate Finance. The combination of fraud investigation and accounting skills is a powerful resource which provides a one-stop solution for clients.

Fraud is an umbrella term relating to a variety of fraudulent activities occurring either within an organisation or perpetrated against it. Attention must be given to the prevention, detection and investigation of all internal frauds by employees and by external third parties such as suppliers, customers and contractors. Any business can become a victim of fraud but precise and vigorous preparation can help prevent or minimise the risks.

Fraud can have a detrimental effect on morale within an organisation, causing misery for honest employees and managers alike. Fraud risks should be assessed and addressed like any other business risk. Clear and concise fraud statements, fraud policies, fraud response plans, definition of conflicts of interest, gifts, and business ethics should all be determined and fully endorsed by the management. 

Speak to Frank Nesbitt to find out how you can protect your oganisation against fraud.