Overview of the Forensic Accounting Profession

Hashem Alshurafat ()
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Hashem Alshurafat: The Hashemite University, Department of Accounting, Business School

Chapter Chapter 1 in Forensic Accounting, 2026, pp 1-8 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract Forensic accounting is a field closely related to several scientific disciplines, including accounting, law, business management, computer science, information technology, psychology, criminology, and sociology. The need for practicing and teaching forensic accounting has become increasingly important in recent years due to the rising rates of financial crime and the complexity of the business environment. Forensic accounting encompasses a range of primary services, supplemented by secondary services such as fraud detection and financial corruption, legal support in economic cases, business valuation, and the prevention of electronic financial crimes. This chapter provides an overview of the forensic accounting profession, its services, skills, job opportunities, and professional certifications.

Keywords: Forensic accounting; Roles; Importance; Strengths; Weaknesses; Professional opportunities; Professional certifications (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
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DOI: 10.1007/978-981-95-8613-4_1

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