Phil Bach is a Director in the Chicago office of KPMG LLP's U.S. Forensic Advisory Services practice. Since 1999, Phil has been conducting forensic accounting engagements involving government entities and companies in a variety of industries. Phil is the coordinator of KPMG's Midwest Dispute Advisory Services Group where he works with attorneys and companies providing consultation for litigation and expert testimony. He has been engaged as a neutral arbitrator in financial disputes between companies and works with clients to design, implement, and evaluate anti-fraud controls. Phil is also the Midwest lead for the Government and Public Sector Practice for Forensic and he has experience investigating financial statement fraud, employee misconduct, embezzlements and other white collar frauds.
Professional and Industry Experience
Phil has managed and participated in numerous types of engagements, including the following:
- Investigations in fraud matters
- Proactive fraud risk reviews
- Corporate governance and compliance reviews
- Civil litigation matters
- Alternative Dispute resolution
Testimonial Experience
CNA International, Inc v. Guangdong Kelon Electrical Holdings Company (US District Court For the Northern District of Illinois, Eastern Division
Function and Specialization
Phil specializes in Dispute Advisory Services General Fraud and Misconduct Investigations, Financial Reporting Fraud Investigations and Fraud Risk Assessments
Education, Licenses & Certifications
- BS Accounting, Bradley University
- Certified Public Accountant
- Certified in Financial Forensics
- Certified Fraud Examiner