Service 01
Financial Investigation & Tracing
A methodical review of financial records to trace transactions and clarify what occurred — with a clear chain of documentation. Quoted on scope, typical range 5,000–25,000 USD.
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Service 03 · Fraud Risk Assessment
Understanding where your organisation may be exposed — before anything goes wrong
A considered, discreet review of how your processes and controls hold up — with practical observations that are proportionate to your organisation's size and situation.
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A clearer picture of where the gaps are — and what to do about them
Most organisations do not set out to have weak controls. They develop over time, shaped by growth, staff changes, system upgrades, and the practical compromises that come with running things day to day. What starts as a sensible shortcut can, over years, become a genuine point of exposure.
A fraud risk assessment gives you an honest account of where those exposures sit — not as a list of problems, but as a set of considered observations you can act on at your own pace, in a way that fits your organisation.
A clear view of where vulnerability currently sits
Not a theoretical risk framework, but a practical review of your actual processes and where they may not hold up under pressure.
Observations that are proportionate and actionable
The recommendations reflect your organisation's size and resources — not a compliance checklist designed for a much larger institution.
Handled quietly and without disruption
The review is designed to be conducted with minimal disruption to operations and complete discretion about its purpose.
Why organisations find this useful
The controls that worked well three years ago may not be as reliable today
Fraud does not usually happen all at once. It tends to find the places where oversight is thinner — approval processes that were designed for a smaller team, payment controls that rely on a single individual, reconciliations that are performed but rarely scrutinised. These are not signs of negligence; they are the natural result of organisations growing faster than their internal processes do.
Many finance directors and boards are aware, in a general sense, that certain areas carry more risk than others. What is less easy to know — without a structured review — is where the most significant exposures actually sit, and which of them would be straightforward to address.
There is also a timing dimension. Addressing a control gap before it is exploited is considerably simpler — and less expensive — than dealing with the consequences afterwards. A fraud risk assessment is, at its heart, a decision to understand the position clearly while the options are still open.
Our approach
A review designed around how your organisation actually operates
Generic fraud risk frameworks have their place, but they are not particularly useful as a starting point for a specific organisation. We begin from the inside — understanding how things work in practice, not just on paper — and identify where the real exposures are from there.
Process walkthrough
We map the key financial processes — how payments are authorised, how reconciliations are performed, who approves what and at what thresholds — to understand where the control points are and whether they are operating as intended.
Control gap identification
We look for the places where oversight is thinner than it should be — single points of control, processes that rely on trust rather than verification, approval chains with gaps or bottlenecks.
Data review
Where appropriate, we review financial data for indicators of anomalous activity — patterns in payments, vendor relationships, or transaction timing that warrant a closer look.
Practical recommendations
Observations are written in plain language and presented in order of priority, with practical suggestions for how each gap might be addressed — not abstract principles, but workable steps.
What the review involves
A measured process with minimal disruption
A fraud risk assessment does not need to be an intrusive exercise. We keep the process focused and manageable — gathering what we need without unnecessary demands on your team's time.
At the outset
Understanding how things work
We begin by understanding your organisation — its size, structure, the financial processes involved, and any specific areas of concern you already have in mind. This shapes the scope of what follows.
During the review
Focused, considerate enquiry
We review documentation, walk through processes, and ask the questions we need to. The review is conducted with care — we are mindful of the sensitivity involved and keep our footprint as light as the work allows.
At completion
A report you can act on
The findings are delivered in a clear, structured report. We walk through it with you, discuss the observations in context, and answer any questions — including on how to approach the recommendations.
Investment
A considered engagement at a defined price
This service begins at 2,600 USD, covering a focused review of your key financial processes and the production of a clear, prioritised report. The scope is agreed before work starts, so you know precisely what is included.
For larger or more complex organisations — or where a particular area requires deeper attention — the engagement can be extended. Any additional scope is discussed and agreed before it is undertaken.
Starting from
2,600 USD
Larger or extended scope reviewed individually
What is included
Initial scoping discussion and written engagement letter
Review of key financial processes, authorisation structures, and controls
Identification of control gaps and areas of elevated exposure
Review of financial data for anomalous patterns where relevant
Structured report with prioritised, practical recommendations
Report walkthrough and follow-up discussion of findings
Available for follow-up questions as you work through the recommendations
How it runs in practice
A straightforward timeline with a clear output at the end
For most organisations, a fraud risk assessment of this scope runs over two to three weeks from the point the engagement starts. The pace is manageable and does not require large blocks of time from your team.
Days 1–3
Scoping & setup
We confirm the scope, agree access to documents and processes, and issue the engagement letter. A brief introductory call with the relevant contact in your organisation.
Week 1–2
Review & analysis
The process review, documentation walkthrough, and any data analysis. We will request what we need and keep the demands on your team's time as focused as possible.
Week 3
Report preparation
Findings are compiled into a clear, prioritised report. Observations are written plainly and recommendations are framed around what is actually workable for your organisation.
After delivery
Walkthrough & follow-up
We go through the report with you, answer questions, and remain available as you begin to work through the recommendations at your own pace.
Timelines may vary depending on the scope and the availability of documentation. The above is indicative for a standard engagement.
Our commitment
What you can rely on throughout
Complete discretion
The review is conducted quietly. We are mindful that the subject matter is sensitive and handle everything — including the report itself — with appropriate care.
Honest observations, not alarm
We report what we find, measured against what is realistic for an organisation of your type and size. No gap is overstated and no recommendation is disproportionate.
No fee before agreed scope
The initial conversation is free. An engagement letter with the full scope and fee is agreed in writing before anything begins. You decide when to proceed.
Available after delivery
Questions often arise as organisations begin to act on recommendations. We remain available for a reasonable period after delivery to discuss anything that comes up.
How to begin
Starting a conversation is all that is needed
A brief description of your organisation and what you are hoping to understand is enough to start. We will come back to you within one working day and can take it from there.
01
Tell us a little about the situation
The size of your organisation, the area of concern, and what you would like the review to cover. A few sentences is enough — there is no obligation at this stage.
02
We confirm scope and approach
A short call to discuss the engagement, confirm that this is the right service, and agree what the review will cover. The fee is confirmed at this point — no surprises later.
03
Review begins at your pace
Once you confirm the engagement letter, we begin. The timing is yours to set — we work around your schedule and keep the process as straightforward as possible.
Get in touch
A quiet conversation about where you stand
If you would like to understand your organisation's fraud exposure more clearly, we would be glad to hear from you. Initial enquiries are treated with complete confidentiality and carry no obligation.
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Service 02
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