Use the Internet to research at least three (3) recent cases of fraud in the workplace
Using the internet searches above, describe the ways in which the fraud occurred and identify which accounts were impacted in the case you researched. Describe the accounting method used to commit the fraud, where in the accounting process the fraud occurred, and the impact to users of financial statements. Provide specific examples in your response.
Employee theft is a major problem in the U.S. retail industry. Information obtained from Security Info Watch reported that 23 major retailers alone apprehended over 1.1 million shoplifters and dishonest employees, and recovered more than $189 million from these thieves in 2012. Identify at least 4 internal controls effective in mitigating employee theft and/or fraud. Provide at least 2 examples of internal controls that could be implemented to reduce theft in the U.S. retail industry.