SUBTLE UNDERSTANDING OF RED FLAGS CAN GUIDE FRAUD INVESTIGATORS TOWARDS FINANCIAL CRIME

Fraud investigators are often meticulous and driven, building a case for their employers that may end up in court – but what red flags might spark an initial inquiry? Written advice is widely available – from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) and government agencies responsible for white collar crime. For instance, an ACFE note has identified six common behavioural red flags indicating fraud among employees. They include living beyond their means; financial difficulties; unusually close associations with a vendor or customer; excessive ...


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