At SAS Partners — Ahmed Mahfoudh Chartered Accountants & Auditors, we help businesses across Dubai and the UAE detect, investigate, and prevent financial fraud with independent, evidence-based audit work. From suspected irregularities to preventive control reviews, we combine forensic rigor with genuine discretion across UAE, KSA, Qatar, UK & USA.
Book Free ConsultationFinancial fraud rarely announces itself. It hides in duplicate vendor payments, manipulated inventory records, and payroll ghosts — quietly eroding value until a routine review, or a tip-off, brings it to light.
We help UAE businesses uncover the truth behind suspicious transactions and strengthen the controls that let fraud go unnoticed in the first place. By combining forensic testing with a clear chain of evidence, we give management and boards the facts they need to act decisively and protect what they've built.
Independent fraud audits reassure investors and boards that financial reporting reflects reality.
Supporting compliance with UAE Commercial Companies Law expectations around internal oversight.
Producing documented findings that can support disciplinary, civil, or criminal proceedings if required.
Targeted testing of transactions, vendors, and journal entries to uncover irregularities.
Examining reported figures for signs of manipulation, misstatement, or improper recognition.
Identifying ghost employees, duplicate vendors, and kickback schemes in operational spend.
Tracing missing inventory, cash shortages, and unauthorized use of company assets.
Recovering and analyzing emails, files, and system logs relevant to a suspected fraud.
Identifying control gaps that create fraud exposure before losses occur, not after.
Understanding the allegation, risk area, or trigger event to scope the investigation precisely.
Collecting financial records, digital data, and documentation while preserving the chain of custody.
Applying data analytics and forensic testing to confirm or rule out suspected irregularities.
Delivering a defensible findings report with recommended control improvements.
A discreet discovery call to understand the concern and confirm scope.
Defining the investigation scope and identifying the highest-risk transaction areas.
Rigorous review of records, interviews, and digital evidence to establish the facts.
Delivering a clear, defensible report with evidence, conclusions, and next steps.
Our team of certified fraud examiners and auditors brings deep experience in forensic accounting, digital investigation, and UAE-specific regulatory frameworks. We work with SMEs, listed companies, and multinational firms handling sensitive internal matters across Dubai's business ecosystem.
Discover MoreVendor and procurement fraud reviews for logistics and trade networks.
Contractor billing and project cost fraud investigations for developers.
Inventory shrinkage and refund fraud investigations for retail operations.
Cash handling and supplier kickback investigations for restaurants and hospitality.
Billing irregularity and expense fraud reviews for law firms and consultancies.
Intercompany transaction reviews for DMCC, DIFC, and multi-entity structures.
Sameh Abdalla leads the firm with expertise in accounting, audit, tax advisory, and consulting. He provides strategic guidance and supports long-term business growth across the UAE.
Ahmed Mahfoudh manages audit assignments and financial reviews with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and risk assessment. He delivers clear insights to strengthen financial control.
Ahmed Elbadawi provides legal guidance, contract management, and compliance support. He helps protect business interests, reduce risks, and ensure smooth legal operations.
Ahmed Samir specializes in UAE VAT, corporate tax, and compliance services. He supports businesses in managing tax obligations while improving financial efficiency and compliance effectively.
Common triggers include unexplained discrepancies in accounts, whistleblower reports, sudden changes in vendor patterns, unusual employee behavior, or inconsistencies flagged during a routine external audit.
Timelines vary with scope and complexity, but most focused investigations take a few weeks, while broader multi-department reviews can take longer depending on the volume of records involved.
Yes. Fraud investigations are handled with strict confidentiality, with findings shared only with the parties authorized to receive them, such as ownership, the board, or legal counsel.
Yes. Our investigations follow evidence-handling practices designed to produce documentation that can support disciplinary action, civil claims, or criminal referrals if needed.
Speak confidentially with our fraud audit specialists to get clarity, evidence, and a path forward today.
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