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Hajjat E, Alzoubi M, Al-Othman L, Wedyan L, Hayajneh O. The Role of Forensic Accounting in Enhancing Financial Transparency and Minimizing Fraud in Jordanian Institutions. IJIEPR 2024; 35 (3) :207-216
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The Role of Forensic Accounting in Enhancing Financial Transparency and Minimizing Fraud in Jordanian Institutions
Emad Hajjat 1, Majed Alzoubi2 , Leqaa Al-Othman2 , Lu'ay Wedyan2 , Osama Hayajneh2
1- Department of Administrative and Financial Sciences, Al-Balqa Applied University, Huson University College , emadhajjat@bau.edu.jo
2- Department of Administrative and Financial Sciences, Al-Balqa Applied University, Huson University College
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This study examines the role of forensic accounting in enhancing financial transparency and reducing fraud in Jordanian institutions. Using a mixed-method approach, data were collected from 150 respondents including chartered accountants, auditors, financial managers. through a structured questionnaire. The findings reveal that forensic accounting significantly contributes to fraud prevention by supporting government investigations, providing courtroom testimony), and developing financial management systems. Additionally, forensic accountants play a crucial role in preparing key reports for government activities. The correlation analysis shows strong interdependencies between forensic accounting’s roles in arbitration and fraud detection. While most hypotheses were confirmed, challenges were noted in applying forensic accounting within the public sector. The study concludes by recommending that policymakers strengthen the integration of forensic accounting into Jordan's financial regulatory framework to enhance its effectiveness, particularly in the public sector. This research highlights the vital role of forensic accounting in maintaining financial integrity and provides a foundation for future studies.
 
Keywords: Forensic accounting, financial transparency, fraud prevention, fraud detection, internal controls.
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Received: 2024/08/13 | Accepted: 2024/08/19 | Published: 2024/09/18
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