Forensic accountants work for financial institutions, insurance companies, law offices and law enforcement agencies. They analyze and investigate financial records such as bank accounts, invoices, company credit card statements and tax forms, looking for signs of fraud and performing risk assessments. Forensic Accountants conduct audits to verify if individuals or businesses are engaged in deceptive practices or financial misconduct, and they’re often called as expert witnesses in legal proceedings. They’re responsible for compiling evidence in financial fraud cases, and they utilize specialized computer applications to trace funds and identify assets.
