CRA’s Elaine Wood was hired to investigate SEC allegations that a financial institution and its outside auditor sold products to clients in breach of the duty of auditor independence. She assembled a team of forensic accountants and former IRS agents to investigate and interview bank personnel. Ms. Wood then collected relevant physical evidence and electronic data. She produced independent findings that resulted in no further SEC action against the bank.
The role of forensics in anti-money laundering investigations
The authors provide insights into how forensic analysis plays a significant role both in investigating money laundering and assessing its financial impact....