Financial Forensic Services

Financial, accounting and general business records form the factual background of all commercial litigation. But the amount of information available in even small-scale cases is extensive, often confusing, and generally irrelevant. We sift through the mounds of technical information and extract the key facts. We isolate the significant pieces and examine the ways in which they fit together – to reveal the meaning within the information.

Certified Fraud Examination Services

Most fraud occurs within private companies and nonprofit organizations:

Two thirds of all frauds take place at companies with fewer than 1,000 employees. Small businesses, those with less than 100 employees, account for almost 46 percent of fraud cases. The median loss for these organizations is approximately 6 percent of gross revenues; for small companies this is approximately $98,000 per incident.

Our professionals can assist you in detecting and detering various types of fraud, including:

Asset Misappropriation

  • Skimming or Cash Larceny

  • Billing Schemes

  • Payroll and Expense Schemes

  • Check Tampering

  • Inventory and Other Assets

Fraudulent Reporting

  • Fictitious Revenues

  • Concealed Liabilities

  • Timing Differences

  • Improper Asset Valuation

  • Tax Issues

Don’t be another statistic! Traditional audits are not designed to detect all instances of fraud. This can allow fraud to go undetected, perhaps for years.

Hoffman Short has the ability to assist you with fraud matters related to asset misappropriation or fraudulent reporting. We have professionals on staff who are both Certified Public Accountants and Certified Fraud Examiners. These professionals are specially trained to resolve allegations of fraud and to help your organization deter fraud.

Our services include:

  • Evaluating your existing accounting control systems

  • Developing and implementing new accounting control systems

  • Performing fraud examinations

  • Conducting employee and business background checks

  • Providing fraud awareness training and consultation

Whether you are a private company, a nonprofit organization, an attorney, bank or insurance company, we can provide you with the professional services you need when confronted with the issue of fraud.

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