Speaker: Roy Shelton, COO, Shelton Solution Services, LLC

Overview:

This session explores how accounting teams play a critical role in protecting organizations from fraud in an increasingly complex financial environment. Drawing on real-world case studies, the session highlights how seemingly small process gaps, such as unclear contract language, decentralized invoice handling, or insufficient staff training can escalate into significant financial losses.

Key Takeaways:

• Understand how fraud typically arises from process gaps and weak controls, not just malicious intent.
• Learn how Centralized finance processes, stronger governance, and AI-driven monitoring help detect fraud earlier.
• A transparent, well-trained finance culture is the most powerful defense against fraud.