Forensic Accounting Expert Unravels Financial Crimes in Georgia
David T. Sawyer, a seasoned forensic accountant with over two decades of experience, has been making a significant impact in Georgia by uncovering fraud, corruption, and financial irregularities that have led to numerous legal disputes.
Expertise and Experience
Sawyer is a certified public accountant (CPA) and certified fraud examiner (CFE) with extensive experience in investigating financial crimes. He has:
- Served as a consulting or testifying expert in approximately 300 investigations
- Provided expert witness testimony in over twenty of those matters
- Developed software designed to detect early warning signs of fraud, waste, abuse, and white-collar crime
Global Expertise
Sawyer’s expertise extends beyond Georgia’s borders. He has:
- Worked as an advisor on global initiatives aimed at combating economic and military espionage, terrorist financing, and money laundering
- Previously worked with top 50 regional CPA firms, Big Four accounting firms, and Fortune 500 corporations, giving him a unique perspective on internal controls, fraud prevention, and detection
Consulting Services
Sawyer has consulted with organizations ranging from law enforcement agencies to boards of directors, providing guidance on:
- Improving internal controls
- Preventing financial crimes
- Conducting forensic accounting and financial investigations
His clients have included government entities, publicly-traded corporations, and privately-owned businesses.
Expertise in Forensic Accounting
As a licensed private investigator, Sawyer brings a comprehensive approach to forensic accounting, leveraging his expertise in:
- Fraud examination
- Financial investigations
- Forensic accounting
He has addressed thousands of professionals and students on the topic of fraud examination and financial investigations, and has been featured as an expert commentator for Atlanta news media affiliates.
Professional Memberships
Sawyer is an active member of several professional organizations, including:
- Georgia Chapter of Certified Fraud Examiners (past president four times)
- Fraud and Forensic Services Advisory Council for the Georgia Society of CPAs
- Co-chair of the Atlanta Chapter of the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS)
Contact Information
For a current and complete copy of Sawyer’s expert witness bio, please contact him at david.sawyer@sawyerforensic.com.