Who performs a forensic audit?

A forensic audit is performed by forensic auditors, who are usually trained professionals with strong knowledge of accounting, auditing, and investigation. Most forensic auditors are Chartered Accountants, but they may also include experts in finance, law, data analysis, or cybersecurity. Their main job is to find fraud, financial manipulation, or misuse of funds and collect evidence that can be used in courts or legal cases.

These auditors work with companies, banks, regulators, courts, and even police authorities. They carefully examine financial records, emails, contracts, and digital data to understand what went wrong and who is responsible.

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