Forensic Accounting: Fraud Investigations - Connecticut Society of CPAs

Overview

In high demand - forensic accounting knowledge and skills (bold)

Forensic accounting has been a rapidly growing part of the accounting profession for some time. The rapid expansion in technology and growth in various sectors of business and industry, and the increase in complexity of white-collar crimes, all contribute to this growth. A diverse range of clients, as well as cases involving all types of fraud, make this an attractive profession, and one that is always in high demand.

Enhance your knowledge and skills with our Forensic Accounting: Fraud Investigations webcast. Whether you’re a forensic accountant, or an aspiring one, this webcast will provide you with the foundational knowledge to successfully identify, investigate, and communicate your findings. You will also receive a copy of the AICPA’s Forensic & Litigation Service’s Forensic Accounting — Fraud Investigations practice aid for future reference.

Objectives

Recognize the scope of services within a fraud investigation.
Identify engagement scope and acceptance considerations.
Recall appropriate investigative techniques for an investigation.
Indicate findings from a fraud investigation to be communicated in your report.

Highlights

Evidence in the investigative process

Tools used in forensic investigations

Conducting interviews

Forensic accounting reports

Expert witness testimony

Designed For

Individuals looking to expand their knowledge of forensic accounting

Prerequisites

None

Notice

You will receive an email from the AICPA with instructions to access the webinar.

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Leader Bios

Howard Silverstone, AICPA

Howard Silverstone MBE, CPA, CFF Howard Silverstone is a CPA with over 35 years’ experience in the field of forensic accounting, audit and accounting. Also holds FCA (Chartered Accountant) from the UK, Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF) and a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). Received an MBE from HM Queen Elizabeth II for his services to British business in the U.S. Our current practice is solely in the field of forensic accounting. Specialties: Forensic Accounting - including quantification of damages in commercial litigation, insurance claims analysis, fraud investigations and due diligence.

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Rumbi Petrozzella, AICPA

Rumbi Petrozzello CPA, CFF, CGMA Rumbi Petrozzello is the principal of Rock Forensics and a consultant at Aon’s Cyber Solutions. She is a CPA, Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF), and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) with clients that have included investment management companies, hedge funds, and law firms. She has experience leading engagements in areas such as financial fraud, due diligence, financial and risk assurance audits, risk assessments, and fraud detection and prevention. Ms. Petrozzello always seeks to bring clarity and solutions to complex financial issues. Ms. Petrozzello co-authored the AICPA’s Practice Aid on Communications in Litigation and Dispute Services and, as a member of the AICPA’s Fraud Task Force, her team produces the FVS Eye on Fraud. She has conducted courses and presentations and has spoken at many venues, including the AICPA’s Forensic and Valuations Services Conference and several NYSSCPA conferences. Ms. Petrozzello has provided financial insights to several publications and media outlets, including CBS News and the New York Daily News, and worked with the NYC Office of the Comptroller, to build financial literacy and banking resources. Ms. Petrozzello is the President-Elect of the New York State Society of CPAs (NYSSCPA). She is a member of the AICPA, a former member of its Litigation Services Committee and a current member of its Fraud Task Force. She also is a member of the NYSSCPA’s Litigation, Career, and Diversity and Inclusion Committees. Ms. Petrozzello is also a member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.

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