Bridging the Gap

Integrating Forensic Accounting Skillsets for Enhanced Audit Quality in the Post-Pandemic Era

  • Adenike Abidoye Sheffield Hallam University, UK
  • Ifedapo Francis Awolowo Sheffield Hallam University, UK
  • Dora Chan Sheffield Hallam University, UK
Keywords: Financial Statement Fraud, Forensic Accounting, Audit Quality, Remote Working, Technology-enabled Audits

Abstract

In response to recent high-profile accounting scandals, the auditing sector is undergoing a critical review of practices. Despite regulatory changes and technological advancements, doubts persist about auditors' effectiveness in identifying financial statement fraud. This article advocates for a paradigm shift in auditors' skillsets, especially amid challenges posed by remote and hybrid work scenarios.

(Previously published on Sciendo: https://sciendo.com/article/10.2478/jfap-2023-0010, pod licencom CC BY-NC-ND 4.0)

Published
2024-01-26