Background of the Study
Event management firms in Nigeria play a significant role in organizing events ranging from corporate gatherings to large-scale public festivals. These firms handle substantial financial transactions and resources, which can be prone to fraud and mismanagement. Given the nature of event management, which often involves handling large sums of money, goods, and services, fraudulent activities such as embezzlement, overbilling, and misappropriation of funds are common. Forensic accounting provides the tools necessary to detect fraud, investigate financial mismanagement, and ensure the integrity of financial reporting.
This study examines the role of forensic accounting in detecting fraud in event management firms in Ganye Local Government, Adamawa State. It will explore how forensic accounting techniques can be applied to identify financial irregularities in the budgeting, financial transactions, and reporting of event management firms.
Statement of the Problem
Fraud and financial mismanagement in event management firms can result in significant losses, affecting the reputation and financial stability of these firms. Despite the financial importance of these firms, inadequate oversight and weak financial controls often lead to fraudulent practices. This study investigates the potential of forensic accounting to detect and prevent fraud in event management firms in Ganye Local Government, Adamawa State.
Aim and Objectives of the Study
1. To evaluate the role of forensic accounting in detecting fraud in event management firms in Ganye Local Government.
2. To identify the forensic accounting techniques that are most effective in uncovering fraudulent activities in event management firms.
3. To assess the challenges faced by forensic accountants in detecting fraud in event management firms.
Research Questions
1. How effective is forensic accounting in detecting fraud in event management firms in Ganye Local Government?
2. What forensic accounting techniques are most effective in identifying fraudulent activities in event management firms?
3. What challenges do forensic accountants face when detecting fraud in event management firms?
Research Hypotheses
1. H₀: Forensic accounting is not significantly effective in detecting fraud in event management firms in Ganye Local Government.
2. H₀: Forensic accounting techniques are not significantly effective in uncovering fraudulent activities in event management firms.
3. H₀: There are no significant challenges in using forensic accounting to detect fraud in event management firms.
Significance of the Study
This study will contribute valuable knowledge about how forensic accounting can improve financial oversight in event management firms, thereby reducing fraud and financial mismanagement. The findings will be beneficial to event organizers, forensic accountants, and regulatory bodies in establishing better practices for detecting fraud and ensuring financial transparency.
Scope and Limitation of the Study
The study will focus on event management firms operating within Ganye Local Government, Adamawa State. Limitations may include difficulties in accessing financial records due to the private nature of these firms and the variability in accounting practices across firms.
Definition of Terms
• Forensic Accounting: The application of accounting techniques to investigate fraud, financial irregularities, and financial crime.
• Fraud: Deliberate deception or misrepresentation to gain an unfair financial advantage, often involving misappropriation of funds.
• Event Management Firm: A company or organization that plans, organizes, and manages events, ranging from corporate conferences to public festivals.
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