Eric Rizaldy Diaz Flores, CrFA®, is a seasoned forensic accounting professional with three decades of experience across accounting and audit roles, from junior external auditor to internal auditor. His Certified Forensic Accountant (CrFA®) designation validates his ability to investigate financial irregularities and reconstruct events even when primary records are incomplete, as shown in an early internal audit case where he traced cash and stock losses using logbooks, delivery receipts, order slips, and bank deposits.
Flores’s forensic expertise enables him to navigate complex investigative environments where traditional documentation is insufficient, applying alternative evidence sources and structured analysis to arrive at defensible conclusions. Through his decades of practice and specialized certification, he demonstrates disciplined investigative rigor and a strong commitment to safeguarding financial assets and organizational integrity.
CRFA® Certification Story
Inspiration for Pursuing ICFA® Certification
“As an auditor for more than 25 years, Fraud has become something that is close to my heart (although I am not the one who is doing it). Earning a certification in Forensic Accounting is my way of showing my heartfelt gratitude to the profession and to the task of countering fraud.”
Most Challenging Part of Preparation
“The most challenging part in preparing for the ICFA certification is merging different kinds of studies accounting, auditing, laws and regulations and investigative techniques into one cohesive knowledge intended to resolve complex fraud cases that demands practical hands-on application.”
Credibility and Opportunities After Certification
“The certification in Forensic Accounting boosts my professional confidence as internal auditor. Opportunities to improve the company’s operational procedures and to properly evaluate its risk management and internal control has become a more tangible outcome.”
Strengthening Fraud Prevention, Detection, and Investigation
“The certification provide me with belief that I can support my observations. I became more assertive in reporting items to management that may require either an improvement on the process or require further investigations.”
Message to Finance Professionals Considering Forensic Accounting
“For the financial professionals who enjoys problem solving using investigation techniques while analyzing financial data, a certification in forensic accounting is the best for you.”
