Matthew

Rees

Director
London
English

Matthew Rees specializes in forensic accounting and data analytics to help corporations, financial institutions and external counsel navigate complex disputes and investigations. For over 20 years, he has led fraud investigations and advised on fraud risk management frameworks. Combining experience with regulatory inquiries and prior roles in internal and external audit, Matthew is well versed in translating large datasets into actionable advice.​ 

Read More
  • Litasco: Provided expert forensic support for the defendant in a complex USD 2b dispute involving a highly complex model of the damages calculation.
  • NYSE-Listed Financial Services Firm: Supported the independent compliance monitor appointed by the DOJ due to the firm's involvement in market manipulation schemes.
  • Cryptocurrency Exchange: Currently supporting a multi-year US compliance monitorship of a global cryptocurrency exchange.
  • Ultra High Net Worth Family: Advised on the proposed restructuring of multi-generational family trusts using in-house developed simulation models to assess risks to financial outcomes over a range of asset allocation and fund distribution scenarios.
  • Consumer Goods Company: Provided forensic accounting support related to channel stuffing, fraud and financial reporting in the Middle East.
  • Financial Services Company: Supported the review and remediation of compliance issues relating to client onboarding in relation to the company's DFSA registered branch.
     
Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
Certified Fraud Examiner

Biography

Matthew Rees specializes in forensic accounting and data analytics to help corporations, financial institutions and external counsel navigate complex disputes and investigations. For over 20 years, he has led fraud investigations and advised on fraud risk management frameworks. Combining experience with regulatory inquiries and prior roles in internal and external audit, Matthew is well versed in translating large datasets into actionable advice.​ 

Authority experience

Serious Fraud Office (SFO)
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
US Federal Reserve (FED)
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)
Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)
US Department of Justice (DOJ)
Central Bank and Financial Services Authority of Ireland (CBFSAI)
Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA)
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)

Awards & Recognition

Accreditations

Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
Certified Fraud Examiner

Languages

English

News and insights

Event

The Rundle Cup Polo 2025

Article

How to design a robust investigations programme

Event

The Rundle Cup Polo 2024 at Tedworth Park