Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation for Non-Experts - Hardcover

by Howard Silverstone (Author), Michael Sheetz (Author), Stephen Pedneault (Author)

Fully revised, the proven primer on forensic accounting with all-new cases

A must-have reference for every business professional, Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation for Non-Experts, Third Edition is a necessary tool for those interested in understanding how financial fraud occurs and what to do when you find or suspect it within your organization. With comprehensive coverage, it provides insightful advice on where an organization is most susceptible to fraud.

• Updated with new cases and new material on technology tools in forensic accounting
• Covers the core accounting, investigative, and legal aspects of forensic accounting for professionals new to the field
• Covers investigative and legal issues along with accounting schemes

Written by a team of recognized experts in the field of forensic accounting, Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation for Non-Experts, Third Edition is essential reading for accountants and investigators requiring the most up-to-date methods in dealing with financial fraud within their organizations.

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Praise for Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation for NON-EXPERTS

Third Edition

"A sharp, savvy examination of financial fraud and forensic accounting. The beauty of this book is in its clear language and engaging manner. I found it a pleasure to read. As a primer on the subject, it is a must. Highly recommended." --Christopher Reich, author of The Devil's Banker

The ultimate guide to forensic accounting and investigation for the non-expert

Hundreds of thousands of incidents involving financial fraud occur each year because of poor or inadequate accounting and financial control and security. Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation for Non-Experts, Third Edition provides you with access to all the critical accounting principles and investigative techniques you need to protect your organization from devastating losses and scandal due to fraud.

The Third Edition is filled with an abundance of new cases and tips, as well as new material on technology tools in forensic accounting, so you can know the financial areas where your organization is most vulnerable, as well as how to implement effective investigation processes when you suspect fraud.

Covering basic principles as they apply to forensic accounting and the most common types of fraud, this up-to-date volume thoroughly examines the investigative process, with discussions on documentary evidence, the role of the expert witness, and interview techniques. All phases of forensic accounting are addressed, complete with actual examples demonstrating applications in the real world.

Arm yourself with the tools you need to prevent fraud and reduce fraud losses with the expert advice found in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation for Non-Experts, Third Edition.

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The essential guide for every business professional, Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation for Non-Experts, Third Edition is a must-have resource if you've been wondering how financial fraud occurs in an organization and what to do if you find or suspect it. With comprehensive coverage, the authors present useful advice on where your organization is most susceptible to fraud.

Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation for Non-Experts, Third Edition features:

• Coverage of the core accounting, investigative, and legal aspects of forensic accounting for professionals new to the field
• New cases and new material on technology tools in forensic accounting
• A look at the investigative and legal process along with interview techniques

Highly readable and accessible, this timely book provides you with a complete grounding in all phases of forensic accounting and fraud investigation, with methods and tips that will enable you to readily recognize and investigate financial fraud, as well as the evolving sophistication of financial crimes occurring in every sector of industry.

Executives, managers, criminal investigators, and prosecuting attorneys all require a basic understanding of accounting principles and investigative techniques to protect their organizations from fraud. Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation for Non-Experts, Third Edition helps non-accountants better understand basic forensic accounting principles, how different types of fraud occur, and how to detect and probe fraud in an approach that maximizes the chances of successful prosecution of the perpetrator.

Author Biography

HOWARD SILVERSTONE, CPA, FCA, CFE, is Director at Forensic Resolutions, Inc.

MICHAEL SHEETZ, JD, is an adjunct professor of business law, ethics, and international law for several universities, and a former appellate law clerk for the Fourth District Court of Appeals.

STEPHEN PEDNEAULT, CPA/CFF, CFE, is a Principal of Forensic Accounting Services, LLC, where he specializes in forensic accounting, employee fraud, and litigation support matters. He is an adjunct professor at the University of Connecticut; is the author of Fraud 101: Techniques and Strategies for Understanding Fraud, Third Edition; contributed to Fraud Casebook: Lessons from the Bad Side of Business; and has written articles for state and national publications.

Frank E. Rudewicz, JD, CPP, CAMS, has more than thirty years' experience conducting domestic and international investigations for fraud, ethics, and other employment-related conduct. Mr. Rudewicz has been involved in numerous high-profile and sensitive engagements regarding fraud, organized crime, compliance, and security assessments. He has appeared on Dateline NBC, Forensic Files, and various other media outlets for his investigative work. A recognized expert on security and investigations, Mr. Rudewicz lectures and teaches frequently on these topics. He often provides expert testimony and conducts independent inquiries for a variety of employee misconduct issues.