Forensic Accounting Ireland
Independent Forensic Accounting Services for Businesses, Solicitors & Shareholders
richard oshea consultancy
Independent Financial Investigations & Dispute Support
Forensic accounting engagements rarely begin as routine accounting work. They begin when something doesn’t add up.
A shareholder questions the financial information they’ve been given. A business owner identifies transactions that don’t look right. A partnership dispute arises. Or a solicitor requires independent financial analysis to support a client. When financial uncertainty exists, understanding the facts is essential.
We provide independent forensic accounting services that examine financial records, investigate irregularities, and deliver clear, objective analysis to help clients make informed decisions.
INVESTIGATIVE APPROACH
What forensic accounting involves
Forensic accounting combines accounting expertise with investigative analysis.
Unlike traditional accounting, which focuses on financial reporting and compliance, forensic accounting examines financial records to establish what happened, identify irregularities, and explain the financial facts in a clear and structured way.
Every engagement is different.
Some clients come to us with a specific concern. Others simply know something doesn’t feel right but need an independent assessment before deciding what to do next.
Our role is to investigate the available financial information objectively and provide practical advice based on the evidence.
What's included
Independent Financial Investigation & Analysis
Our forensic accounting services are tailored to each engagement, providing objective financial analysis, thorough investigation, and practical advice based on the evidence.
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Need independent financial expertise?
Whether you're dealing with a commercial dispute, investigating financial concerns, or require independent accounting advice, we're here to help.
WHO WE HELP
Who this service is for
If you need objective financial analysis to support an important decision, investigate financial concerns, or resolve a business dispute, this service is designed for you.
Your Proactive Accountant
Meet Richard OShea
Richard OShea is a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Adviser based in Cork, advising SMEs, owner-managed businesses and professional advisers throughout Ireland.
Forensic accounting requires independence, technical expertise and careful analysis.
Every engagement is handled confidentially and objectively, with a focus on understanding the financial facts and communicating them clearly.
We understand that many forensic accounting engagements involve sensitive commercial matters, which is why every enquiry is treated with complete discretion from the very first conversation.
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Real feedback from business owners we've worked with.
NEED TO KNOW
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to common questions from business owners considering this service.
As early as possible.
If you suspect financial irregularities or require independent financial analysis, obtaining advice early helps preserve information and provides a clearer understanding of the issues before important decisions are made.
Forensic accounting combines accounting, auditing and investigative techniques to examine financial information where disputes, irregularities or other financial concerns exist.
No.
While forensic accounting is often associated with fraud investigations, it is also used in shareholder disputes, partnership disagreements, financial investigations, due diligence, commercial disputes and other situations where independent financial analysis is required.
Yes.
We regularly work alongside solicitors and other professional advisers by providing independent financial analysis that complements the legal aspects of a matter.
That's a common starting point.
Many engagements begin because something doesn't seem right rather than because fraud has already been identified.
Our role is to review the available financial information objectively and provide an honest assessment of what the evidence shows.
Completely confidential.
We understand that forensic accounting matters are often sensitive, and every enquiry is handled discreetly from the first conversation.
Every engagement is different.
The timeframe depends on the volume of records involved, the complexity of the issues and the scope of the investigation. We'll provide an estimated timeline once we've discussed your situation.
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Need independent financial expertise?
Book a free 15-minute discovery call. Whether you're dealing with a commercial dispute, investigating financial concerns, or require independent accounting advice, we're here to help.
