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Legal Implications of Financial Fraud, NZ.
Discover the legal implications of financial fraud in New Zealand and the consequences for victims and perpetrators.
Best Practice Steps For Responding to Fraud
This blog outlines responding to fraud, including identifying the fraud, assessing the impact and implementing preventative measures.
VigilantPay
Jun 11, 2023
If you suspect fraud has occurred within your organisation, it is important to respond promptly and appropriately to minimise the damage and prevent future incidents. Here are some best practice steps for responding to fraud:
1. Take immediate action to stop the fraud: This may involve suspending the employee suspected of fraud or taking other actions to prevent further damage.2. Investigate the fraud: This involves conducting a thorough investigation to determine the scope of the fraud, identify the parties involved, and assess the impact of the fraud on the organisation.
3. Notify law enforcement: If the fraud is criminal, it is important to notify the police and provide them with any evidence or information gathered during the investigation.
4. Notify stakeholders: Depending on the severity of the fraud, it may be necessary to notify stakeholders, such as shareholders, customers, and employees, about the incident.
5. Remediate the situation: This involves taking steps to recover any losses resulting from the fraud and implementing measures to prevent future incidents.
6. Evaluate internal controls: It is important to assess the adequacy of existing internal controls and implement any necessary changes to prevent future incidents.
7. Review policies and procedures: It is important to review and update policies and procedures related to fraud prevention and detection to ensure they are effective.
By following these best practice steps for responding to fraud, organisations can minimize the damage caused by the incident and take steps to prevent future incidents from occurring.
