Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting Eng agements and Fraud Investigations

Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting Engagements and Fraud Investigations is a step-by-step guide to financial investigation that emphasizes the use of best evidence and problem-solving data analysis techniques. It provides access to supplementary resources and strategies for applying the Data Sleuth® framework, improving the quality of work product, and is an indispensable resource for practicing and aspiring fraud examiners, investigators, accountants, and auditors.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2022
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

In her comprehensive book, Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting Engagements and Fraud Investigations, certified fraud examiner, former FBI support employee, private investigator, and certified public accountant Leah Wietholter provides a step-by-step guide to financial investigation that can be applied to almost any forensic accounting use-case. The book emphasizes the use of best evidence as you work through problem-solving data analysis techniques that address the common challenge of imperfect and incomplete information.

The accomplished author bridges the gap between modern fraud investigation theory and practical applications and processes necessary for working practitioners. She also provides:
Access to a complimentary website with supplementary resources, including a Fraud Detection Worksheet and case planning template
Strategies for systematically applying the Data Sleuth® framework to streamline and grow your practice
Methods and techniques to improve the quality of your work product

Data Sleuth is an indispensable, hands-on resource for practicing and aspiring fraud examiners and investigators, accountants, and auditors. Its a one-of-a-kind book that puts a practical blueprint to effective financial investigation in the palm of your hand.

Weight: 482g
Dimension: 162 x 236 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119834380