Forensic Audit & Investigation

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Forensic Audit & Investigation

Independent forensic investigation of suspected fraud, financial irregularities, and misappropriation — providing legally defensible evidence for management action, litigation, and regulatory reporting.

What is Forensic Audit & Investigation?

Forensic audit is a specialised investigation that combines accounting expertise with investigative techniques to uncover fraud, financial irregularities, and misappropriation. Unlike a statutory audit (which provides assurance on financial statements), a forensic audit is conducted when there is a specific suspicion or allegation of wrongdoing.

AccentTax Consulting's forensic team investigates a wide range of matters: employee fraud and embezzlement, vendor fraud and kickbacks, financial statement manipulation, asset misappropriation, and related party irregularities. We provide a detailed forensic report with findings, evidence, and recommendations — suitable for use in disciplinary proceedings, litigation, and regulatory reporting.

At a Glance

Who is this for

Companies suspecting employee fraud, Banks and NBFCs investigating loan fraud, Boards investigating whistleblower complaints, Parties in commercial disputes requiring financial evidence

Governed by

Companies Act, 2013 (Section 212 — SFIO investigations) | IPC / PMLA | ICAI Standards | Evidence Act, 1872

Estimated timeline

2–8 weeks depending on complexity and scope

Our fee

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Why Choose This Service?

Key advantages of engaging AccentTax Consulting for Forensic Audit & Investigation.

Evidence-Based Investigation

Systematic collection and preservation of financial evidence — admissible in legal proceedings and regulatory enquiries.

Fraud Quantification

Precise quantification of financial losses — essential for insurance claims, litigation, and recovery proceedings.

Root Cause Analysis

Identification of the control failures that enabled the fraud — with recommendations to prevent recurrence.

Litigation Support

Expert witness testimony and litigation support for civil and criminal proceedings.

How It Works — Our Process

Simple, transparent, and fully managed by our team.

1

Engagement Scoping

We define the scope of the investigation — the specific allegations, time period, entities, and individuals involved.

2

Evidence Preservation

We secure and preserve relevant documents, electronic records, and data before they can be altered or destroyed.

3

Data Analysis

Forensic analysis of financial records, transactions, emails, and other data using specialised forensic tools.

4

Interviews

Structured interviews with relevant personnel — conducted with appropriate confidentiality and legal safeguards.

5

Findings Development

Findings are developed with supporting evidence — each finding documented with the source documents and analysis.

6

Forensic Report

Detailed forensic report with findings, evidence, loss quantification, and recommendations — suitable for legal use.

We handle everything — you just provide documents.

Documents Required

Financial statements and accounting records for the investigation period
Bank statements and payment records
Vendor and customer master data
Employee records and payroll data
Email and communication records (if available)
Contracts and agreements with relevant parties
Previous audit reports and internal investigation findings
Whistleblower complaint or initial allegation details

Don't have all documents ready? Contact us — we'll guide you step by step.

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Estimated Timeline

2–8 weeks depending on scope and complexity | Interim report available at 4 weeks for complex investigations

Strict confidentiality is maintained throughout the investigation. All team members sign NDAs before commencing work.

Professional Fee

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All fees exclude 18% GST. Transparent pricing, no hidden charges.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should a company commission a forensic audit?
Is a forensic audit report admissible as evidence in court?
What is the difference between a forensic audit and an internal audit?
Can you investigate fraud by senior management or directors?
What happens after the forensic audit report is issued?

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