Fraud Risk Assessment (FRA) Leaflet
Fraud Risk Assessment (FRA) Leaflet
Fraud Risk Assessment (FRA) Leaflet
We peel back the layers for you to see beyond the grey areas
Traditional risk assessments are not enough. They only link risks to an organization’s key objectives. Therefore, fraud can be
overlooked during a traditional risk assessment if it is not considered a core company objective.
At CFE International Consultancy Group Pte Ltd, we use a 7-step approach to ensure a thorough, effective assessment. The 7-step
approach is briefly outlined below:
Internal Audit can integrate the FRA process into an organization’s existing business cycle or establish a separate cycle for this purpose.
Organizations can commit fraud, or be defrauded in myriad ways. Identifying an organization’s universe of potential fraud risks
represents a critical stage in the FRA.
FRAs consider the likelihood that a particular fraud will occur. The best source regarding specific risks is often the employees at the unit
being assessed.
The significance of fraud risks, with a more than remote likelihood of occurring, is assessed.
Control activities for fraud risks are identified, possible weaknesses of the controls are also considered.
The FRA results are documented and considered when an organization’s audit plan is being developed.
An FRA can be viewed as the corporate equivalent of a visit to the dentist: Senior management and the board may
anticipate pain, yet they experience relief if the assessment determines that risks are under control.
Effective FRAs not only provide peace of mind but can also have a positive impact on an organization’s bottom line.