Forensic Accounting

Pinkerton provides you with the expertise needed to uncover and clearly identify the “money trail” of existing fraud in your organization and help prevent any future occurrences.

Providing Global Expertise to Identity Fraud

During this era of economic decline and job loss, fraud is increasing. According to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), a typical organization loses 5% of its revenue to fraud each year.  Twenty percent of those reporting cases state that fraud costs their firm at least $1 million.

The major goal of a financial investigation is to identify and document specific events involving the movement of money during the course of a crime. Pinkerton’s Forensic Accounting team can determine every aspect of money movement to help you “follow the money” including:

• Where the money came from (past source)
• Where the money is (currently)
• Where the money is going (future destination)

Pinkerton offers an existing national network of forensic accountants for cost effective investigative services as well as trained specialists in select locations around the globe.

Helping Prevent Future Fraud

Organizations with weak compliance policies and little audit or enforcement functionality can become victims of the undetected fraudster. Areas of vulnerability include payroll fraud, expense reporting, contract bidding, false invoicing and other white collar crime vehicles. Pinkerton’s forensic accountants can help you implement anti-money laundering techniques and assist you with risk management related to fraud by:

• Segregation of duties and maintenance of strong internal controls
• Creating a fraud policy and code of conduct
• Conducting surprise audits
• Establishing a whistleblower’s hotline

To learn more about our Forensic Accounting Services, contact Pinkerton today.