Who we are


When a legal or commercial challenge appears complex or uncertain, the team at Pathfinders are experts at providing clarity and a way forward.  We are a boutique forensic accounting firm delivering high quality and personalised service that is value for money.  


Our innovative blend of forensic accounting, legal and technology expertise enables us to deliver swift, insightful and decisive outcomes.  We also believe that evidence presentation and reporting should be succinct, easy to understand and comprehensive.  


What our clients say


We strive to help and delight our Clients with all of our work.  This is vital given that Forensic and strategic services are often sought out in stressful times.

A number of our Clients were pleased to share their thoughts and experiences:


“When help is needed, whether for rigorous investigation of suspected unethical behaviour or building in-depth preventative measures, Pathfinders will deliver.  On two occasions multi-million dollar frauds - previously missed by big brand firms - were quickly resolved, and within more than reasonable costs.”

Group General Manager Operations - Listed multinational manufacturing company - Fraud investigations, Fraud awareness training, Internal control reviews


“I would hate to be involved in a complex financial dispute when Pathfinders was advising the other side.”

Special Counsel - Commercial Law & Litigation - Forensic reviews, Expert witness reports, Litigation support


“The conclusions that Darren offers are insightful and he prepares well founded and incredibly useful reports.”

President - Not For Profit organisation  - Fraud investigations, Forensic reviews, Strategic advice


“Pathfinders’ depth of expertise and ability to connect with our values enabled them to deliver an outstanding outcome for our organisation.”

General Manager People and Performance - Multinational engineering company - Workplace investigation - bullying


“Darren has an extraordinary ability to simplify and unravel the most complicated financial dealings.”

Special Counsel - Family Law - Forensic reviews, Asset tracing, Corporate intelligence


“Pathfinders has the ability to go deeper into issues and find items that the auditors and accountants do not address..  Their reports have proved to be invaluable by analysing the business’ true operations.”

President - Leisure and Hospitality venue - Fraud investigations, Corporate intelligence


“The support, advice and guidance I received has been nothing short of amazing.”

Family law client - Forensic review, Strategic advice, Corporate intelligence


“I felt reassured to know that Pathfinders was working hard with me to achieve the best outcome.”

Client - Sale of business dispute - Forensic review, Strategic advice, Corporate intelligence


“When I was faced with a process that appeared foreign and daunting, Darren’s understanding and calming nature put me at ease.  His expert knowledge and attention to detail allowed for a smooth, stress free process.”

Family law client - Forensic review, Strategic advice, Corporate intelligence


“Darren’s honest appraisal, knowledge of due diligence processes and articulate communication style delivered a highly successful result.”

Employment Law client - Hospital / Aged Care facility - Bullying investigation


Who we help


Private sector companies and Government departments/councils

We have helped many large, medium and small companies and government entities by delivering a variety of services, including: risk assessments, forensic due diligence, data mining, IP protection, litigation support, training programmes and investigations.  


Legal Practitioners

We assist solicitors and barristers to organise, simplify and present information and evidence in the most persuasive manner possible.  We also help in interpreting accounting and business concepts for potential and actual litigation.


Not For Profit organisations

Due to their unique structure, NFP organisations may have heightened exposure to the risk of fraud and other misconduct.  We have extensive experience in working with NFPs to resolve workplace misconduct, supplier anomalies and ethical breaches.


Individuals

We also assist people to navigate through difficult challenges, such as family business disputes, family law matters, estate disputes and small business fraud/misconduct issues.


Our Services


Pathfinders recognises that your challenge or case is unique and requires a tailored solution.  Accordingly, we have developed five service approaches for you to choose from:

Our Prevention services can strengthen the fortress around your organisation

The team at Pathfinders can assist you to reinvigorate and strengthen your organisation’s processes and controls, thereby enhancing your position to confront future challenges.


Internal Controls Review

To gain an insight into the processes and protections that exist within your organisation we can conduct a tailored Internal Controls Review.  After completing detailed testing and analysis of controls, we provide practical recommendations for improvement.


Forensic Internal Audit

We can assist your organisation’s Internal Audit division in the performance of internal audit risk reviews.  We have extensive experience in performing risk reviews wth multinational companies and government departments throughout Australia and overseas.  Our approach is enhanced by the use of forensic techniques that achieve greater depth and coverage than conventional internal audit testing.


Fraud Risk Management

Pathfinders can deliver a tailored fraud risk assessment and planning programme.  We can test and analyse risk mitigation controls, facilitate workshops, assist in risk ranking, provide a risk assessment report, and develop a fraud and corruption control  plan.

Internal Controls Review

Forensic Internal Audit

Fraud Risk Management

Prevention

Early Warning

Our Early Warning services can warn you if trouble is just around the corner…

Using technology strategically and forensically, Pathfinders can equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions at the earliest possible opportunity.


Forensic Due Diligence

We have the ability to conduct comprehensive research on organisations to assist you in assessing their suitability or their associated parties prior to entering a commercial relationship (eg. joint venture, merger, takeover, finance transaction or tender).


Data Mining

Data mining can be performed for a forensic purpose (identify potentially anomalous transactions) or commercial purpose (identify patterns to assist decision-making, identify tax anomalies or duplicate supplier payments). 


Intellectual Property Review

Pathfinders is highly experienced in determining whether confidential information or other intellectual property has been copied or otherwise removed from an organisation (by employees or third parties).  We also conduct compliance reviews of licensees and franchisees to determine whether fees have been accurately reported.

Forensic Due Diligence

Data Mining

Intellectual Property Review

Legal

Pathfinders gives you the edge in Legal proceedings, with clarity, speed and persuasion

Pathfinders harnesses its extensive forensic accounting, technology and legal expertise to make your case clearer and more persuasive. 


Pathfinders Diagrams

Our Pathfinders Diagrams are renowned for their ability to summarise and present highly complex events and information in an easy to read colour format.  These diagrams can summarise a wide variety of fact situations, structures, evidence, events and fund flows.  Our diagrams have been used successfully in a wide range of cases, including fraud investigations, family law matters, civil litigation and insurance claims.


Litigation Support

If your legal matter involves accounting or commercial concepts, our expert analysis and evidence can provide added clarity to your case.  


Asset Tracing

We can conduct a comprehensive asset tracing investigation to determine the location, flow, quantum or ownership of assets.  This approach can assist pre-trial preparation, insolvency administrations and the search for fraud recovery targets.

Pathfinders Diagrams

Litigation Support

Asset Tracing

Awareness

Our awareness training services are tailored to address your organisational requirements and are delivered by experienced facilitators.   We design and deliver training programs in an interactive workshop format combining technical information and simulations to enhance the learning experience.


Fraud Awareness Training

Your staff will gain insights on: how to detect fraud, what to do if they suspect fraud and their role in maintaining strong internal controls.  This training is suited to: senior and middle management, finance staff and others with financial responsibilities.


Corporate Governance / Ethics Training

These sessions are suited to members of boards, committees and all levels of management.  This training increases knowledge of best practice corporate governance, including the maintenance of a sound ethical culture.


Financial Awareness Training

This training is for members of boards or committees without a commercial background.  By equipping them with greater awareness of how to interpret financial reports, they can more readily make informed decisions.

Build your employees’ Awareness of fraud, corporate governance and financial concepts

Fraud Awareness Training

Corporate Governance Training

Financial Awareness Training

Response

In a crisis, we will show you the way forward with a swift and decisive Response

Pathfinders has extensive skills and experience in the investigation of fraud, the forensic review of technology devices and  the investigation of workplace misconduct. 


Investigation of Fraud

We work with clients, legal practitioners, Police and insurers to assist in the pursuit of perpetrators and misappropriated funds.  Our unique blend of accounting, legal and technology expertise achieves swift and decisive results.


Workplace Investigations

Where an employee is suspected of misconduct, we are able to develop and implement a tailored and professional approach to investigating, evidence collation and reporting on findings.  


Forensic Technology Review

As a stand alone assignment or in support of an investigation, we can forensically examine the contents of a technology device, such as a computer, tablet or mobile phone.  Our methods and easy to understand reporting style provides valuable insight into how a device has been used.

Investigation of Fraud

Workplace Investigations

Forensic Technology Review

Contact

Pathfinders Consulting and Technology

PO Box 397, East Melbourne 8002

Victoria, Australia

PHONE:     (03) 9437 2944

EMAIL:         service@pathfinders.com.au

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