Developing the next generation of forensic accountants

As the accounting field braces itself for staff shortages, it’s now more important than ever to ensure that young fraud fighters are prepared to meet future challenges. Here, the author provides training techniques that he’s employed to train new employees and pass his wealth of knowledge on to the next generation.

Helping a new colleague acclimate to investigations during an engagement can be difficult for veteran forensic accountants, but taking the time to train new employees will pay dividends in the future. The level and breadth of knowledge required to succeed in this industry can be insurmountable without proper training; seasoned fraud investigators have that breadth and wealth of knowledge to pass on to the next generation of anti-fraud professionals.