Master data analytics techniques to build robust detection models, uncover hidden purchasing schemes, and protect your organization from costly vendor fraud.

This webinar is designed as a practical analytics session focused on procurement and payables fraud patterns. Participants will explore how Excel models and Power BI dashboards can be used to identify duplicate suppliers, split orders, unusual pricing, sequential invoices, weekend payments, altered bank details, and approval exceptions. The session connects vendor master review, invoice testing, payment analytics, and exception scoring to stronger audit planning, targeted sampling, and early fraud detection across the source-to-pay cycle.

Assistant Professor in Finance | University of Birmingham Dubai
Dr. Alessio Faccia, an accomplished academic and corporate trainer, has a distinguished finance, accounting, and business background. His expertise spans over 16 years, during which he has notably contributed to finance and accounting through his roles as an assistant professor, auditor, chartered accountant, CFO advisor, and corporate trainer. Dr. Faccia’sacademic journey includes prestigious roles at several universities, including the University of Birmingham and Coventry University, where he taught various finance and accounting modules. His extensive involvement in corporate training further enriches Dr. Faccia’s professional experience. He has provided training in diverse areas such as finance and accounting, management and HR, technology, oil and gas, and legal matters to many organizations. These organization encompass various sectors, including government bodies, financial institutions, energy companies, and real estate firms.. These organizations encompass various sectors, including government bodies, financial institutions, energy companies, and real estate firms. His proficiency is further demonstrated by his numerous publications, research contributions, and a strong academic record, underscoring his commitment to advancing knowledge in his field. Dr. Faccia’s work is a testament to his dedication to enhancing the skills and knowledge of professionals across various industries globally.