INVESTIGATING FINANCIAL FRAUDS IN THE MODERN LANDSCAPE: A FORENSIC ACCOUNTING PERSPECTIVE IN THE COVID-19 ERA
INVESTIGATING FINANCIAL FRAUDS IN THE MODERN LANDSCAPE: A FORENSIC ACCOUNTING PERSPECTIVE IN THE COVID-19 ERA
Author(s): Miloš Pavlović, Tadija Đukić, Čedomir GligorićSubject(s): Economy, Law on Economics
Published by: Универзитет у Нишу
Keywords: Forensic Accounting; Financial Frauds; COVID-19; Fraud Detection; Prevention; Ethical Standards
Summary/Abstract: This paper explores the evolving landscape of forensic accounting, particularly in the context of changing financial frauds and the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The progression of financial fraud over time, driven by technological advancements and shifting business environments, highlights the necessity for adaptive and innovative approaches to fraud detection and prevention. Advanced methodologies, including data analytics, digital forensics, and artificial intelligence, have empowered forensic accountants to confront increasingly sophisticated fraud schemes. The examination of frauds arising from the pandemic underscores the resilience of fraudsters in exploiting vulnerabilities during crises. This paper underscores the importance of forensic accounting in upholding financial integrity, ethical standards, and business resilience. It calls for continuous research, innovation, and vigilance in the field of forensic accounting to counter emerging fraud schemes and evolving business landscapes.
Journal: FACTA UNIVERSITATIS - Economics and Organization
- Issue Year: 20/2023
- Issue No: 4
- Page Range: 315-322
- Page Count: 8
- Language: English