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 audit, and I'm hoping to move into the forensic and fraud investigation field.

For those already in the profession: what would you recommend as the best path to enter forensic accounting - certificates (like CFE),courses, or hands-on-projects?

Can anyone provide some guidance to taking the CFE? As in which membership option to choose from followed by when exactly can we take the exam, if the entire amount is reimbursed or not? Just a generic timeline and additional required info. Don’t want to sign up yet if the exam dates are not flexible. Thank you.

Considering going for the CFE. What was your study plan for it and how long did it take?

Any openings in third party due diligence/ background screening? I am also pursuing CFE. Thanks!!

Hi Fishes,
I have 2 years experience in similar domain in Amazon Ecommerce.
I had recently interviewed for SAP Ariba for the role of CFE Consultant- Catalog Advisor, while the manager asked for my expected salary i mentioned 8.5 LPA, is it good?

For the CFE, did you do anything in addition to the ACFE prep course? The course is just practice questions, so I’m wondering where I can actually learn the information first before that.

I am looking for opportunities in Forensic audit and related roles at Bangalore location.

I have experience in investigation for around 3 years. Industries served E-Commerce, Banks, Manufacturing.

I am a CA, CFE and CS.

Any companies hiring for Forensic Accounting (Investigations, Litigations, AML, etc.) I have both my CPA and CFE.

For anyone who’s taken / passed the CFE, is it worth paying for the full exam prep course or would studying the fraud examiners manual suffice?

Can the group members please share their experience about the CFE exam? How many days of preparation does it require? What are some of the useful study resources?

If I'm forced to use my vacation, floater, etc. towards my study leave for CFE but I have vacation booked for right after CFE, will PwC still let me take that vacation as a "leave of absence"?

I'm getting a MAcc to career change to forensic accounting. What opportunities are available to me with a data analytics heavy MAcc? I'm also tacking on 2 graduate certificates in Applied Statistics and International Economic Policy? For those in the field, would that be useful or not useful (i.e. waste of time)? I'm interested in investigations but also analytics, financial modeling, and expert witness services. Throw in salary potential for bonus points. I'll be getting my CPA, CFE, and CAMS.

Just began studying for the CFE exam. I have access to past editions of the ACFE Fraud Examiners Manual. Does anyone have recommendations on where to get good practice questions? I’d like to avoid spending a fortune on the ACFE kit.

Anyone have a CFE designation and taken the test recently? Debating about getting it wasn’t sure if it’s worth it.

Comp question - what should a B4 Senior with a CPA, CFF, CFE, and a MBA with 4 years forensic exp (D&T) and 6+ years non-forensic exp (industry) in NYC and DC markets expect in this current climate?

I was wondering if the review course “CPE Self Study Course” for the CFF was enough preparation to study and pass the CFF exam. The CFE review course was enough and like if you get a question wrong it explains it well so that when it comes up in a different way in the real exam you can still get it. But when I saw the outline for the CFF material and there seems to be a lot of topics so I was wondering if the review course was sufficient considering this exam is also multiple choice. Thanks!

What are the requirements to promote from analyst to senior analyst? I’ve been with Deloitte for two years now and am wondering how I go about making myself promotable. I don’t have a CPA, CFE, etc. Is one of those required?

What industries is the CFE certification used for? How does it compare to CPA in the length of the material and difficulty? Do most firms pay for It?

If anyone wants to study for the CFE but doesn’t want to pay the full price for the study materials and would be interested to split it, please DM me

Wondering for anyone who got their CFF (Ceritified Financial Forensics) designation. Was it difficult? How long does it take to study for using the review course? Is the exam mainly multiple choice or short answer and how difficult? Any guidance or tips would help please. I already have my CFE but just want to know if CFF is worth it

There was interest on another thread to get folks in Dallas networking and connected post COVID. I setup a WhatsApp group if you’re interested in connecting. See thread

Have offer from Nagarro Gurgaon. Is it possible to relocate to Bangalore post covid instead of Gurgaon ?

Feel like there is always some debate and discrepancy about this. Can any gsaper returning to the firm this year or returned last year share a breakdown of their total comp offer (base + signing bonus + early signing). Interested in seeing both commercial and gps offers. Thank you!

Please advise,
Which company should I select, wlb and long term growth
KPMG GS - 14LPA fixed+ 20% variable
EY INDIA - 12 LPA fixed + 20% variable
NatWest - 18 LPA fixed

Just started the process for a project manager role at RedHat. Anyone here have any tips or insight on working for them?

Ketanji did not come to play! Came out of the gate ready to fight and turn these racist arguments on their heads. The way she was dropping 14th Amendment bombs on that man made me so happy. And this is only her first day. I just hope they protect her well.

Any Metallica fans here ?

Any advice on how to get clients to pay your invoice on time / what to do when they don't? I'm currently working with an agency who agreed to net 30 terms, but has been late with every invoice so far...It's probably a lost cause on this particular job, but Im wondering if there's anything I can do in the future to avoid this situation. Does anyone charge a fee when invoices aren't paid on time? Or is this just par for the freelance life?

Hey Folks, can anyone please tell me how long does it take for HR to get back to you for offer discussion after you have submitted all the required documents.

Who’s your favorite movie director? Mine’s Wes Anderson!

Is it just me or does it seem like teams with high diversity function the best and have the most creative work? Whenever I've worked with ie POC and fellow gay people, the work has always been stellar

Are more massive layoffs coming? What industries (in-house/ecomm) are safest right now or during a recession?

Any recommendations on resources to study for Android system design interviews?

Senior attorney compensation: I am discussing an opportunity with a Midwest nonprofit doing environmental work. I am curious about salary ranges for someone bringing 20+ years experience and 10 years specific experience, including lots of litigation experience. Chicago area. What is a reasonable offer?

Looking for SC and Managers to join the Financial Crime team at FTI, DM if interested.

Hi Fishies!

Is anyone hiring for senior level roles for forensic data analytics?

Can anyone provide some guidance to taking the CFE? As in which membership option to choose from followed by when exactly can we take the exam, if the entire amount is reimbursed or not? Just a generic timeline and additional required info. Don’t want to sign up yet if the exam dates are not flexible. Thank you.

Considering going for the CFE. What was your study plan for it and how long did it take?

Any openings in third party due diligence/ background screening? I am also pursuing CFE. Thanks!!

Anyone at EY get these “Super RACs” that have been going around yet? Specific to forensics practice.

For the CFE, did you do anything in addition to the ACFE prep course? The course is just practice questions, so I’m wondering where I can actually learn the information first before that.

Anyone taken the CFF? Looking for advice on the first exam

Any companies hiring for Forensic Accounting (Investigations, Litigations, AML, etc.) I have both my CPA and CFE.

How much should a senior accountant at a top 10 forensic accounting firm, in Toronto, with 3 years of experience have a salary? Is 75k cad too less?

For anyone who’s taken / passed the CFE, is it worth paying for the full exam prep course or would studying the fraud examiners manual suffice?

Deloitte forensics: How often is it that you are unstaffed long enough for them to terminate you? Does that happen often? Do they help you find new projects?

Can the group members please share their experience about the CFE exam? How many days of preparation does it require? What are some of the useful study resources?

Anyone have any opinions on EisnerAmper? I don’t currently know anyone that’s worked there in my network and I have an upcoming interview for FVLS… trying to get a feel for it

Hi , is anyone willing to give a referral
- 3 month away from 2 years in audit (2 busy seasons)
- NYC /NJ area
- No CPA ( I know I have to get it please don’t leave this comment )

Exec conference thoughts so far?

Forensic tech vs non tech..go!!

EY forensics folks- if you were placed in I&C do you have chance to work on transaction forensic and claims&disputes?

I'm getting a MAcc to career change to forensic accounting. What opportunities are available to me with a data analytics heavy MAcc? I'm also tacking on 2 graduate certificates in Applied Statistics and International Economic Policy? For those in the field, would that be useful or not useful (i.e. waste of time)? I'm interested in investigations but also analytics, financial modeling, and expert witness services. Throw in salary potential for bonus points. I'll be getting my CPA, CFE, and CAMS.

Which big 4 pays the most in the forensics field?