As economic crimes increase globally, accounting fraud is consistently in the top three areas according to a global survey reflected in the chapter. Use the Internet or Strayer Library to research a company sanctioned for financial accounting fraud in the past five (5) years. Give your opinion on the situational pressures that caused perpetrators to commit the fraudulent reporting. Assess the opportunities for fraudulent financial reporting and discuss ways the company you researched could eliminate fraudulent reporting.

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The Standard on Auditing SA 240 The Auditors Responsibilities Relating to Fraudin an Audit of Financial Statements defines the term fraud as an intentional act by one or more individuals among managem... View the full answer