Forensic Accounting, also known as, Financial Forensics, is an accounting profession that involves financial reporting misconduct through analysis, interpretation, and summarization of complex financial and business matters.
What can I do (Roles Available) ?
Forensic Accountant
Where can I work?
State Public Service Commission
Union Public Service Commission
Government Agencies
Life Insurance Corporation of India
United India Insurance Company
Oriental Insurance Company
National Insurance Company
National Banks
New India Insurance Company
Law Firms
Private Corporations
Accountancy Firms
Private Banks
Insurance Companies
Own Practice
Positives
Good remuneration
High demand
Challenges
It's an added skill rather than an entire career on itself
Long hours work
Key Skills Required
Analytical Thinking
Communication
Numerical Aptitude
Critical Thinking
Time Management
IT Literacy
Organisation
Problem Solving
Emotional Intelligence
What Should I study ?
Pathway 1
Class XII in Commerce Stream - graduation in any discipline or professional certification for CA/CS/CWA or CPA - diploma/ certificate in Forensic Accounting