RAA Auditing - Audit & advisory for ambitious UAE businesses

Established UAE | 2016

Forensic Audit

Independent investigative work to uncover financial irregularities, establish facts and support informed action.

Overview

When suspicion needs to become evidence

Forensic audit is appropriate where there are concerns around fraud, misconduct, financial manipulation, misappropriation of assets, conflicts of interest, irregular payments or other matters that require deeper investigation. Unlike a conventional audit, a forensic engagement is evidence-driven, targeted and often highly sensitive. It requires structured fact-finding, clear documentation and a disciplined approach to preserving and analysing information.

RAA undertakes forensic audit assignments with an emphasis on objectivity, confidentiality and clarity of reporting. Depending on the circumstances, our work may include transaction testing, document review, data analysis, background fact-finding, interviews and control-gap assessment. We seek to identify what happened, how it happened, who was involved, the financial impact and what remedial action should be considered.

What this service covers

Fraud & Misconduct Investigation

Investigation of suspected fraud, misappropriation and financial misconduct

Unusual Transaction Review

Review of unusual transactions, related-party activity and unexplained balances

Records & Data Analysis

Analysis of accounting records, source documents and electronic data

Loss Quantification

Quantification of potential loss or exposure

Multi-Audience Reporting

Reporting suitable for management, shareholders, legal counsel or regulators as agreed

Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

What clients ask before commissioning a forensic engagement

When should a business commission a forensic audit?

A forensic audit is appropriate where there are concerns around fraud, financial misconduct, misappropriation of assets, irregular payments, conflicts of interest or other matters that require structured, evidence-based investigation.

Is a forensic audit confidential?

Yes. RAA handles all forensic engagements with strict confidentiality. The scope, findings and reporting are agreed with the instructing party, and information is handled with care throughout the process.

Can forensic audit findings be used in legal proceedings?

Forensic audit reports can be prepared with legal proceedings in mind, and we can work alongside legal counsel where required. The format and intended use of the report is agreed at the outset of the engagement.

What happens if the investigation finds no wrongdoing?

A clear finding of no irregularity is itself a valuable outcome. It provides management, shareholders and the board with documented comfort and can help close internal concerns in a structured, credible way.

Why RAA

Objective, confidential, evidence-led

A well-executed forensic audit can help management move from suspicion to evidence. It also supports stronger controls, improved governance and more decisive action where issues are substantiated.

Registered across ADGM, DIFC, DAFZ and Dubai Mainland

One of very few UAE firms with this breadth of jurisdictional coverage.

Internationally trained team

Deep sector knowledge across 9 industries, from aviation and real estate to family offices and non-profit organisations.

Established 2016 and growing

One of the fastest-growing audit firms in the UAE, built on a strong referral network and a reputation for getting it right.

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how it works

Our audit process

A clear, efficient process designed to cause minimal disruption and maximum value.

Initial conversation

We discuss your business, entity structure, deadlines and requirements — no commitment needed.

Information gathering

We collect financial records, prior year accounts, and supporting documentation in a structured way.

Audit fieldwork

Our team conducts the audit — reviewing records, testing controls, and verifying financial statements.

Report & sign-off

Audit report issued, findings discussed, and all filings completed to your deadline.

Have concerns that need investigating?

Speak to our team in confidence. We'll discuss the situation and advise on the right approach.

Free initial consultation

All UAE jurisdictions

Fast response time

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