Carrer in forensic & fraud investigation

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18 March 2012 I am a chartered accountant and want to go for a carrer in fraud investigation in information technology environment what should i do kindly suggest.

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20 March 2012 many people state benefits can make the difference between a decent standard of living and poverty. But there are some who abuse the system, a small minority who claim allowances to which they are not entitled – which may be social security payments, housing benefits or unemployment pay.

Fraud investigation officers are responsible for the prevention and detection of all kinds of fraudulent activity including financial irregularities within the council itself. This post that can be found in all local authorities.

Daily Activities

In general terms, investigation of alleged fraud, preparing prosecution files and giving evidence in courts of law will involve the fraud investigation officer with various agencies on a regular basis. Internally this will mean working with Audit and Review, Revenues and Benefits, Licensing and Elections units in the authority. Externally, the officers liaise with the Police, Benefits Agency, Department of Work and Pensions and local industry.

The officers overall aim is to address and resolve any problems involving fraud or irregularity and prevent any adverse effects on the council’s finances and ensure fair play. Officers work closely with the police, undertaking searches and interviewing witnesses and suspects leading to arrests. This will entail covert surveillance operations and having to face potentially hostile situations while gathering evidence against alleged offenders. It will also mean that the officers are required to help the senior investigations officer represent the authority at County and Criminal Court Hearings and Appeal Panel reviews. It is their duty to ensure that investigations are conducted properly, in accordance with Social Security Legislation, Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000, Human Rights Act 1998, Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 and the Theft Act 1968.

It is also part of their duty to provide written reports relating to fraud activity and detection and major changes in legislation, for the benefit of the senior officer and the Audit and Review Manager.

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23 March 2012 my question is about what are the courses & institutes that can practically help me out to get the relevant working profile.

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