Did you know that 85% of occupational fraud cases involve asset misappropriation, yet regular reconciliations can detect these schemes within weeks rather than months? This Short Course was created to help accounting professionals accomplish systematic fraud detection and discrepancy resolution through effective reconciliation processes.
Reconcile Accounts: Detect Fraud & Resolve Discrepancies
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Reconcile Accounts: Detect Fraud & Resolve Discrepancies
This course is part of Bookkeeping Foundations and General Ledger Management Specialization
Instructor: Hurix Digital
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Reconciliation serves as critical internal control functioning as detective and preventive measure against fraud and misconduct.
Systematic comparison of internal records with external statements maintains financial integrity and uncovers unauthorized acts.
Proper investigation and documentation of discrepancies ensure accurate financial reporting and strengthens organizational controls.
Regular and timely reconciliation processes create accountability frameworks that discourage fraudulent behavior while protecting assets.
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January 2026
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There are 2 modules in this course
Learners will explore how reconciliation processes serve as critical internal controls for fraud prevention and detection in accounting workflows.
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Learners will master systematic comparison techniques, investigation procedures, and resolution protocols for financial discrepancies while strengthening organizational controls.
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