Fraud and Forensics

How many hours are you guys realistically billing per week on average? And how consistent are those hours? Trying to get a feel for whether my experience is the norm for the industry or not

Has anyone heard about EY Forensics restructuring drastically?

I am a director at a large top tier forensics shop (think FTI, A&M, AP). Rapidly promoted, strong reviews, highly recognized/supported by partners, & given tons of leadership/client relationship/step-up o… more

I am considering my options in Vienna here. I am a Fincrime Analyst with 10+ years of experience. What would be a reastic salary with a crypto exchange pls?

Has anyone pivoted out of forensics who would be willing to do an informational chat? Thanks!!

How’s everyone doing? It’s been quiet here.

Most fraud doesn’t start with bad people — it starts with hurt feelings.

It usually isn’t about taking “a little.”

It’s about how much someone thinks they can get away with.

When employees feel:

Overworked and underappreciated
Like the… more

Hi,
I have a BS in Accounting, as well as a Masters in Forensics, I started working in a forensics practice right out of college, but I have been noticing at many medium size firms forensics can be a l… more

Is the Forensics practice at EY hybrid or remote-friendly? I’ve heard both ways but curious if it’s worth applying for a role that’s not in my home city.

What is the entry salary for someone who have just gotten certified by ISCA in financial forensic?

Been crazy utilized for the last year-plus and am wanting to spend some upcoming downtime to pursue additional certifications. Anybody in here have any perspectives on CFF/ABV (e.g., prep time, diffic… more

More EY Forensics layoffs happening? Hearing rumors start up again. What have you heard

Has any folks made the transition out of fraud investigation/expert witness work into finance, industry accounting work, willing to chat?

I am very interested in transitioning into Forensic accounting and currently learning SQL, Python and Pandas to build stronger data-analytics skills.

I am a CPA accountant with over 10 experience in assurance and … more

In every action there’s a silence — the unspoken motive, the thought that never becomes a word. Understanding behaviour isn’t about judging it, but listening to what it tries to say.

Have FBI forensic accountants been on the chopping block? Are they getting paid during the shutdown? Is there a wave of these highly skilled people jobless? Or have they mostly been immune from all th… more

Recently got laid off and looking to expand my resume. Has anyone gotten a CVA? How hard was it? Worth it?

Anyone write the MQE yesterday? How did it go?

Curious to see if someone’s gone from tax to forensic accounting and what it’s been like after making the switch. Wondering if it’s possible to successfully transition as a senior.
TIA!

Anyone else in this forum part of a PE backed Firm? How is it going?

I'm currently waiting on my CFE certificate (passed my final exam, in for review), and wanted to see if there were any resources or programs where I could learn more fraud analytics or similar ski… more

Considering picking up an adjunct professor role one night a week for a semester. Anyone have experience with teaching forensics on the side? Would love to hear how the experience was for you.

What are some good low cost or free (preferably) resources to learn skills required for fraud/forensic roles? (I.e digital forensic / eDiscovery with relevant skills like planning, imagine, data mining, etc., forensic tools,… more

How is the Job Market in the London? Senior associate with dispute valuation in Toronto and looking across the ocean

Anyone have experience with Huron Consulting CDI group, specifically at a senior director+ level? I’m wondering what their TC is compared to industry.

Reason, there is a job posting for my equivalent role, and th… more

How can I position myself for fraud / forensics role?
Context: Interviewed for an investigator role I really wanted, & have been spiraling after screwing up the interview. But I’m passionate about … more

Seeing a lot of roles w forensic ediscovery at many firms. What is this? Do you need computers background for this?

Standard promo timeline to upgrade from manager at most firms seems to be 2-3 years, but it looks like quite a few managers at Alvarez & Marsal get stuck at that level for 2-3 years longer before … more

Is it just me or has anyone else noticed that this entire industry seems to have a massive skill gap? As someone who’s been at multiple firms/service lines: everyone elsewhere at least meets some minimum threshol… more

Debating between forensics for big 4 or the fbi. Can anyone provide advice which route I should go?
Or any insights ?

Anyone here do forensic accounting work for the fbi? Would love to chat if possible.

How are the hours in forensics compared to other practices? Is there a busy season? Is it more steady? Can someone elaborate ? Thank you.

Currently an experienced senior in forensics looking to move to an internal role, maybe compliance or internal audit? I’m fine with a lateral move, but I don’t have financial services experience and t… more

Lot of postings for forensic Partner-level at mid-size firms (RSM, Forvis, etc.). Are these typically filled by someone in Big-4 with an MD-size book but not partner level (for them) so it’s a chance for e… more

Can someone explain to be what you actually do in forensics day to day at the big 4 or any public accounting firm? Are you analyzing data? Running pivots xlookups sumifs tryna find discrepencies ? … more

What’s the status of Ankura now?

Any insight/advice about getting into forensic accounting? I’m currently a Finance consultant and worked in PA as an auditor for 2 years prior to this. I don’t see many opportunities for someone who does not alre… more