Forensic services

Fraud can be costly

Based on the Report to the Nations on Occupational Fraud and Abuse 2012, a survey conducted by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, the typical organization loses 5% of its revenues to fraud each year.  Fraudsters are always adjusting their approach to get their hands on your assets.

What can you do to combat fraud or irregularities? 

You need a trusted professional team to help you unearth the hidden fraud before it gets out of control.

Mazars China Forensic and Investigation Services (FIS) team has extensive experience of providing high-quality, timely and cost-effective investigations, advice and expert reports on financial and accountancy matters concerning fraud allegations, financial crimes and other irregularities.

Our partner-led team provides practical and tailored approach to each investigation, and is sensitive to concerns over business disruption, confidentiality and reputation issues.  We have worked with multi-national clients from a wide range of sectors, high-net-worth individuals, law firms, government departments and regulators.

For complex cross-border assignments, Mazars is able to call upon the resources of its international FIS team to quickly and effectively respond to its clients’ needs and achieve a positive outcome.  

How can Mazars help you?

Fraud and Financial Investigation

• Mazars provides professional and impartial advice in investigations and asset recoveries.  The hands on and proactive approach of our partners ensures both a thorough investigation and analysis the clients’ cases to better cater their needs.

Government & Regulatory Compliance Review

• Mazars has worked extensively with regulators and government bodies in assisting with their enquiries into companies.  Mazars’ experts also have experience in performing compliance review assignments in relation to anti-bribery legislation (such as the USA FCPA and UK Bribery Act). 

Internal Control Review

• Mazars works with domestic and international businesses of all sizes, and has assisted listed and private companies to review their systems, policies and procedures.

Global Asset Tracing and Recovery

• Mazars combines the experience of our international FIS team with their knowledge and understanding of local regulations and legislation.  Mazars’ industry specialists across our global practice assist our clients to trace and recover global assets.

Anti-Money Laundering Investigation and Review

• Mazars understands and values the importance of providing practical solutions to the anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing legislations and requirements.  Mazars’ professionals assist its clients to mitigate the risk faced by their organization by carrying out anti-money laundering health checks, compliance reviews and related advisory services.

Expert Witness Reporting and Testimony 

• Mazars has experience of both criminal and civil trials focusing on forensic consulting and litigation relating to financial issues.  Mazars’ specialists provide expert reports and act as expert witness in court.

Dispute Consulting and Mediation

• Success is built on genuine expertise.  Mazars always proposes an expert whose experience and expertise is best suited to the circumstances and requirements of the clients’ case.  Mazars’ professionals have an in-depth understanding of the dispute resolution arena and act as mediators in resolving disputes.

Data Analysis and Computer Forensics

• Mazars offer data analytics using tools to assist in forensic projects.  Our computer forensic services include data collection, data analysis and reporting.