What’s the deal with the CFE affidavit witness? Do I need to have one sign for it even tho I passed the exam while living by myself?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

It’s basically someone saying they have no reason to believe that you cheated. I took the exams by myself but had other colleagues attest that I didn’t cheat. Most of them were either CFEs or lawyers.

like

Yes, I’ve signed these for my team members where I was in a supervisor position or for my counselees. A character witness if you will.

like

Related Posts

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

like

Hi everyone, what is a good asking salary for CFE Associate Consultant in SAP Ariba? I have asked for CTC of 9 LPA during salary negotiation, is it a good ask?
How much do a CFE Associate Consultant usually get with 2 years of prior experience?

SAP Infosys Consulting Wipro Amazon

likeuplifting

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?

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.

like

Would PwC reimburse me if I study for my CFE and it is not required for my current job?

like

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?

like

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?

likehelpful

Has anyone taken the CFE exam? How did it go? Was it hard? Gow did you prepare?

like

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.

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.

like

Anyone else having trouble finding free fraud based CPE trainings? My job does not pay for these things so I wasnt sure if anyone else had a solution or source. I need 4 more hours of fraud based CPE and havent found much on ACFE or AICPA that I can use. Ive joined a local CFE chapter but not much is going on with it.

like

I’ve been in public accounting for about 6 years and I feel like I need a certification. The CPA is not happening. What would be the most valuable CIA , CFE , CMA of CISA?

like

Rate my offer for a business valuations associate role at a boutique firm in Toronto:
- $90k + ~7.5% annual performance bonus
- $5k in clawback reimbursement
- will pay all professional fees throughout term of employment (CPA & CBV)

My background:
- SA1 in assurance
- Master of Accounting
- passed CFE, qualify in about half a year
- enrolled in CBV program of studies
- 24 yrs old

like

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

like

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.

like

Has anyone used PracticeDump to study for CFE? Is it legit? I’m thinking of getting it since it’s so much cheaper than the one offered by ACFE website

like

Considering obtaining a CFE certification. Can anyone share their experience vs experience obtaining CPA? I’m already a CPA. I just want a comparison of study time requirement and difficulty of exam.

like

Anyone taken the CFE or CIA? Feedback is appreciated with respect to review courses and prep time. Thanks.

like

Anyone have their CFE? Just wondering what you have done or plan to do with it and what the test was like.

like

I recently passed the CFE and was looking into the CAMS next. Any suggestions on how to best prepare for the CAMS? I’ve been mostly reviewing the index cards that come with the prep material.

like

More Posts

Is EY hiring for SAP TM? 12 years total SAP exp with 5Y SAP TM.

like

Discussion post: I feel almost all consulting firms are the same. Mbb, big 4 etc. if you are paid enough there is probably less wlb. If there is good wlb there is not much money. Can you single out a company that you can confidently say pays very well and also has good wlb and also has good opportunities etc.?

like

Any tips, tricks for GMAT and using Magoosh effectively? I’m a month-ish out of test day, and using Magoosh... my practice test says 660 (although I did much higher on GMAT math than Magoosh math).

like

Does Kroll support a masters degree? Any tuition reimbursement or working with your schedule for night classes?

like

Hi all,

I recently heard about Stoa School for the working people, who wants to do MBA. Would anyone provide any insight if stoa school is worth to consider for MBA for working professional?

like

Any fish in SF

Does anyone have an idea on the best emerging markets to invest in before the recession hits? Is gold, or any other commodity going to be the safe haven as well? Thanks everyone

like

Not sure how much Hyundai spent on that Genesis spot, but I know it was far too much to tell the same old “young luxury disrupts the party of old luxury” story.

like

Any book recommendations on excel modeling for real world business applications?

like

What is the most funny “what do people think you do” meme for management consulting that you’ve seen?
I’ll start with mine

Post Photo
likefunny

I’m trying to collect some supporting reviews/feedback from some of my stakeholders for an upcoming employee review cycle (we don’t do 360s). In the past these have been sent directly to manager but is there another way to collect them to present to manager/hr? Is it weird to ask them to send directly to me for me to present?

Hi all, I am new to cognizant with 3 yoe. Got selected in Verizon account. If anyone knows about this account can u pls comment how the work life balance will be? and the pressure in the project and working Timings

Need to activate my DM feature to be able to network. Would appreciate some likes on this post.
☺️

Looking for Summer 2022 Full time roles once I finish MS in Business Analytics ~ 5YOE in risk and data. Would appreciate any guidance/tips/referrals.

like

How is A&M dispute practice in India work culture and professional growth wise? Got an offer to move from Big4 to A&M

like

How unlimited PTO feels

Post Photo
likefunny

Looking to travel to California, Which cities have lesser covid-19 restrictions?

like

Anyone wants to look at our charts together?

like

Hi fishes, DM for refferal.

Business Systems Analyst - Cloud Renewal Operations
Location: Lowell - Massachusetts - United States, Weston - Florida - United States
Function:: Customer Success & Renewals

Post Photo

Do we have salary advance policies in the big 4s either in Indian or global offices?

like

Get on the MATIC train

like

Additional Posts in Fraud and Forensics

What are forensic monitor ship projects? I am about to be on one and the manager is bad at explaining. Is it essentially internal audit?

like

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

like

PwC 🐠 - any idea of who an experienced hire should contact if they want to join Forensic Advisory?

like

For those who have obtained the CFF certification:
I was asked to put together a working plan to obtain my CFF credential. I’m aware of the 2 certificate program (Core and Specialized) through the AICPA that will lead to the CFF. Does anyone have experience in how long it would take to complete the certificates and if there are other necessary or helpful study materials that would be useful? For background, I’m 6 months into working at this firm and have touched a variety of cases.

like

PwC 🐠, I interviewed with the firm about 6 months ago for a Senior Associate position on the forensics team. I wasn’t extended an offer because the position was given to an internal transfer, at least what I was told. I tried reaching out to the recruiter I worked with last time but the email bounced back and wouldn’t be delivered. I was hoping to see / reapply if the group still was looking for seniors.

In your opinion, would it be best to reapply as a cold application?

like

How’s work life balance in forensics?

like

Forensic tech vs non tech..go!!

likefunny

Does anyone know the salary rage in dallas for a staff 1 in forensics? Specifically IFCS or I&C

like

Hi Fishies!

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

like

Anyone have the CFF from the AICPA and willing to share their studying/exam experience? Curious about required effort, study plans, exam structure, overall opinions of the cert. Thanks!

like

How is FTI san francisco?

like

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?

like

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

Any tips for how to pivot from Cyber, Risk & Reg Manager with a background in contract analysis, fraud/negligence/IP investigations into a more general Project Manager role at a FAANG (or similar)?

I’ve applied to 15+ positions (mostly on Trust, Security, Legal teams) and can’t even seem to get a phone screen.

Currently in the SF Bay Area, 8 YOE, ~$165K TC

like

Has anyone taken the CFE exam? How did it go? Was it hard? Gow did you prepare?

like

Does anyone have the CFF (Certified in Financial Forensics) credential? Has it opened any doors?

likehelpful

Has anyone here done advisory/consulting work outside of forensics? (Accounting advisory, financial due diligence, valuations, risk & compliance, public sector, management or strategy consulting, etc.)

If so which do you prefer and why?

like

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

likehelpful

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.

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.

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal