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Before a forensic accountant can identify suspicious transactions, they need a solid understanding of how the business normally operates. Their expertise helps uncover fraud, financial irregularities, and hidden risks, but no outside expert knows the company as well as its owners and managers. Business leaders understand daily operations, internal processes, customer relationships, vendor activity, and typical financial patterns. This firsthand knowledge provides essential context that helps distinguish legitimate transactions from those that warrant further investigation. By working closely with management, a forensic accountant can focus on unusual activity more efficiently, ask better questions, and reach more accurate conclusions. The strongest fraud investigations combine the accountant’s technical expertise with the practical knowledge and insights of the business owners.
We are a boutique CPA firm that provides forensic accounting services, fraud examinations, internal control documentation and testing, and temporary staffing.
We provide temporary accounting staffing anywhere from accountant to controller. We provide extra the bandwidth when a new project comes along such as implementing a new accounting system, audit preparation or fill in while an employee is out on extended leave.
Forensic accounting is a detailed examination of financial records and transactions to detect financial statement fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, tax evasion, and other financial misconduct. The final report is to provide evidence that can be used in court or regulatory investigation.
“Fraud” is any activity that relies on deception to achieve a gain. Fraud becomes a crime when it is a “knowing misrepresentation of the truth or concealment of a material fact to induce another to act to his or her detriment” (Black’s Law Dictionary). A fraud examination is an investigation to uncover the facts of fraud that can be used in court or a regulatory proceeding.
On Point CPA holds Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credentials through the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), reflecting advanced fraud detection training and expertise.
Internal controls are processes and procedures implemented by an organization to ensure the integrity of financial reporting, safeguard assets, and promote operational efficiency. Every company should have internal controls.
The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) is the world’s largest anti-fraud organization. By delivering best-in-class training, offering the CFE credential and fostering a dynamic, global community of anti-fraud professionals, the ACFE is reducing fraud and corruption worldwide.
Yes. On Point CPA, PLLC firm number is 6163.
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No. There are hundreds of other firms that specialize in these services.
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Our team combines technical expertise with a global perspective to help clients resolve complex litigation and forensic accounting matters. We analyze financial records, investigate disputes, and deliver clear, evidence-based findings. Whether the case involves contract disputes, shareholder conflicts, fraud investigations, bankruptcy claims, business valuations, or financial misconduct, we provide thorough analysis that supports informed legal and business decisions.
We work with attorneys, businesses, insurers, and regulatory agencies by preparing detailed reports, explaining complex financial issues in clear terms, and presenting credible evidence to regulators, judges, juries, and arbitration panels. We also serve as qualified expert witnesses in state and federal courts, delivering objective testimony that helps clients achieve successful outcomes.
