Forensic Accounting Services
Independent forensic accounting, investigations and expert evidence for law firms, businesses and individuals across Australia.
Specialist Forensic Accounting Since 1999
AuditTrace Forensic Accountants has conducted forensic accounting investigations since 1999. Led by Steven P. Rider CA CPA, a dual-qualified Chartered Accountant and Certified Practising Accountant with more than 27 years of experience, we help lawyers and their clients find the facts in disputed financial matters and present them clearly.
Our services combine traditional forensic accounting with specialist skills that are hard to find in one place: business valuations, Xero and ERP data forensics, property investigations, and tax and structuring expertise. Every engagement is independent and performed in accordance with APES 215 Forensic Accounting Services and our evidentiary standards.
Our Forensic Accounting Services
Asset Tracing and Hidden Assets
Following money through bank accounts, companies and trusts to identify undisclosed assets and income. Learn more →
Business Valuations
Independent valuations of businesses, companies and trusts, including single expert valuations in family law. Learn more →
Expert Witness and Litigation Support
Expert reports, single expert appointments, oral evidence and critique of opposing expert reports. Learn more →
Fraud and Embezzlement Investigations
Discreet investigations of employee fraud and misappropriation, with loss quantification for recovery. Learn more →
Xero and ERP Data Forensics
Extracting and analysing accounting system data and audit trails to find deleted or altered transactions. Learn more →
Property Forensic Investigations
Tracing property funding, contributions, rental income and related-party transfers, including CGT effects. Learn more →
Sectors We Serve
Law Firms
Forensic accounting and expert evidence for solicitors and barristers in litigation and disputes. Learn more →
Commercial Matters
Shareholder disputes, loss of profits, fraud and accounting irregularities for businesses and boards. Learn more →
Family Law
Disclosure review, asset tracing, income analysis and business interests in property settlements. Learn more →
Not Sure Where to Start?
Tell us about your matter and we will confirm how we can help, in confidence. Learn more →
How We Work
- Conflict check: we confirm we can act before discussing your matter in detail.
- Initial discussion: a confidential, no-obligation conversation about the financial questions and deadlines.
- Written scope and fees: agreed in a letter of engagement before work begins.
- Secure document handling: records received are logged and stored securely.
- Clear findings: reports and schedules that lawyers, clients and the court can follow.
Why Choose AuditTrace
- Since 1999: more than 25 years of forensic investigations
- Dual qualified: Chartered Accountant (CA ANZ) and CPA (CPA Australia)
- Broad expertise: Registered Tax Practitioner, Member of the Australian Property Institute, Licensed Real Estate Agent, Xero Certified Advisor
- Court experience: FCFCOA, NSW Supreme, District and Local Courts, and NCAT
- Australia-wide: offices in Sydney and Brisbane, and a 100% digital practice
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a forensic accountant do?
A forensic accountant investigates and analyses financial information to answer questions in disputes and investigations, such as where money went, what a business is worth or how much was lost, and presents the findings in a form that can be relied on in negotiations or court.
Who do you work for?
We work with law firms, barristers, businesses, boards, insurers and individuals. In family law matters we usually work alongside your lawyer.
Can you act as a single expert?
Yes. We can accept single expert appointments, particularly in family law property matters, subject to conflict checks.
Do you work outside Sydney?
Yes. We work with clients across Australia, with offices in Sydney and Brisbane and secure digital document handling.
How are your fees set?
Fees depend on the questions to be answered and the volume and quality of records. We provide a written scope and fee estimate before any work begins.
Discuss Your Matter with a Forensic Accountant
Tell us about the financial questions in your matter. We will complete conflict checks and confirm how we can help, in confidence.