What is forensic accounting?

Forensic accounting is the integration of auditing, accounting and investigative skills. The term forensic is used because the findings need to be 'suitable for use in a court of law. The practice of forensic accounting can also be referred to as forensic auditing or investigative auditing.

Typically forensic accountants specialise in insurance claims, personal injury claims and fraud both commercial and domestic. Forensic accountants may also be certified fraud examiners.

If you are looking for forensic accounting courses, then look at our Investigator Courses, or visit our Bespoke & In-House Training page to have one tailored to your needs.

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Company Background

Argent Associates was founded in 1983 by ex-Chief Inspector, Geoff Kay, who had a notable police career ending on the Directing Staff of the Police College, Bramshill. When Head of Leadership and Management Training at Barclays Bank he devised an anti-fraud interview training course, which was the originator to our 'Find the truth' or Investigation Interviewing Skills Course.

We continue to ensure that our team, and in particular our trainers, have many years experience of fraud and criminal investigative interviewing.