Audit and forensic services
auditing function and a separate fraud investigation function either as a
subunit of internal auditing or security or as a separate unit within the
organization. In addition, many accounting and consulting firms have a
forensic, investigation, and litigation support service.
1. In this discussion, you are encouraged to explore the
roles and relationship of audit and forensic service, within an organization as
well as within a professional service firm. Search for examples in industry and
professional services firms through reviews of Web sites and the literature.
2. Discuss the type roles of audit and investigation in both
the organization and professional services firms you identified. Explain the
advantages and disadvantages of combing audit and investigation services.





