Investigation and Forensic Accounting

Supporting fraud investigations, forensic accounting, asset tracing, internal investigations and ex-pert witness matters across the UAE.

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When fraud, misconduct, bribery, or financial irregularity is suspected, whether triggered by a whistleblower report, an audit finding, a regulatory inquiry, or a board concern, the quality of your investigation determines everything that follows. BDO UAE's forensic investigations team combines rigorous financial analysis with structured investigative methodology, delivering findings that are objective, defensible and actionable in legal, regulatory and boardroom settings.

We investigate the full spectrum of financial misconduct, tracing funds, analysing records and building evidence with the precision required for UAE courts, DIFC/ADGM tribunals and international arbitration. When crisis strikes, we respond with speed, independence and discretion. 

Our key services include:

Investigations

  • Corporate fraud, theft, embezzlement and asset misappropriation investigations
  • Bribery and corruption investigations (FCPA / UK Bribery Act)
  • Governmental investigation and specialised audit support (CBUAE, SCA, DFSA, ADGM)
  • Ethical breakdown, employee misconduct and conflicts of interest reviews
  • Third-party, vendor and procurement fraud investigations
  • Management-driven targeted reviews or independent investigations on behalf of boards, senior management, executives and audit committees
  • AML and regulatory investigations
  • Contractual investigations and breach of trust

Forensic accounting

  • Financial investigations and forensic analysis of books, records and financial statements
  • Tracing misappropriated funds and hidden assets
  • Independent assessment of shareholder and partner withdrawals
  • Quantification of financial losses and damages
  • Advanced fraud analytics and data-driven anomaly detection
  • Pre- and post-acquisition forensic reviews
  • Expert witness reports and testimony

Your key contacts

Shivendra Jha

Shivendra Jha

Partner - Head of Advisory Services and International Liaison Partner (ILP)
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Rahul

Rahul Samdani

Director – Forensic, Risk & Compliance (FRC)
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Frequently asked questions

When is a corporate fraud investigation needed in the UAE?

A fraud or corporate investigation may be appropriate when an organisation identifies suspected financial irregularities, employee misconduct, bribery or corruption, asset misappropriation, conflicts of interest, procurement fraud, whistleblower allegations or concerns arising from an audit or regulatory inquiry. An independent forensic investigation can help establish the facts, trace transactions, preserve evidence and provide objective findings to support decisions by management, boards, regulators or legal counsel.

What does forensic accounting involve in a fraud investigation?

Forensic accounting combines detailed analysis of financial records, transactions and supporting evidence to identify irregularities and determine their financial impact. BDO UAE's forensic accounting services may include analysing books and financial statements, tracing misappropriated funds and hidden assets, assessing shareholder or partner withdrawals, quantifying financial losses and using data analytics to identify anomalies or indicators of misconduct.

How are corporate investigations conducted in the UAE?

The scope of a corporate investigation depends on the allegation, available evidence, regulatory environment and potential legal implications. A forensic investigation may involve financial analysis, document and transaction review, interviews, asset tracing, forensic data analytics and digital evidence examination. BDO UAE structures investigations to produce objective and defensible findings that can support internal decision-making, regulatory matters, UAE court proceedings and DIFC or ADGM disputes where relevant.

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