Navyam Limited is into the business of construction for the past 20 years. Management of the Company came to know that building material sent to…

CA Final · Advanced Auditing, Assurance and Professional Ethics · RTP · September 2025
Navyam Limited is into the business of construction for the past 20 years. Management of the Company came to know that building material sent to construction sites is of substandard quality whereas the payment released by the accounts department of the Company is on the higher side. Forensic Accountant was asked to carry out detailed investigation. Forensic Accountant completed his investigation and now preparing his report. What are the broad areas of information that needs to be incorporated in the report of forensic accountant?

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Broad areas of information to be incorporated in the report of Forensic accountant - Issuing an report is the final step of a forensic accounting. Accountant / Investigators will include information detailing the fraudulent activity, if any has been found. The client will expect a report containing the findings of the investigation, including a summary of evidence, a conclusion as to the amount of loss suffered as a result of the fraud and to identify those involved in fraud. The report may include sections on the nature of the assignment, scope of the investigation, approach utilized, limitations of scope and findings and/or opinions. The report will include schedules and graphics necessary to properly support and explain the findings. The report will also discuss how the fraudster set up the fraud scheme, and which controls, if any, were circumvented. It is also likely that the investigative team will recommend improvements to controls within the organization to prevent any similar fraud occurring in the future.

Topics: Due Diligence, Investigation & Forensic Audit

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