Charles River Associates (CRA) Expands Forensic Services Practice

CRA International, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRAI), a worldwide leader in providing economic, financial, and management consulting services, today announced the addition of Kenneth Mathieu, CPA/CFF/ABV to the firm’s Forensic Services Practice as a Vice President.

Drawing upon over two decades of accounting expertise, Mr. Mathieu provides forensic accounting, litigation consulting, and valuation services for corporations and governmental agencies. Mr. Mathieu conducts investigations related to accounting irregularities, asset misappropriation, corruption, fraudulent conveyance claims, and management conduct. He also quantifies damages to assist in resolving disputes involving the application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), business valuation, and breach of contract claims. Specifically, he has extensive experience in the investigation of claims and quantification of damages in merger and acquisition related disputes.

“We are pleased to welcome Ken Mathieu to our Forensic Services Practice,” said Paul Maleh, CRA’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “Ken’s proven leadership skills and deep expertise in delivering forensic and dispute resolution services further strengthens our forensic accounting and investigation capabilities.”

Kris Swanson, Vice President and Practice Leader for the Forensic Services Practice, added, “Ken’s extensive experience in the forensic accounting field makes him well prepared to help our clients get to the truth when allegations of fraud, misconduct, and non-compliance arise. We are excited that Ken is joining our team of experienced forensic accounting and investigation professionals.”

Mr. Mathieu has served as the expert witness or consulting expert to assist in the resolution of numerous matters involving GAAP, valuation, and damages. The results of his analyses have been included in presentations and reports to the Securities and Exchange Commission, the United States Department of Justice and federal law enforcement agencies, as well as companies’ boards of directors and investors. Mr. Mathieu has co-authored chapters for multiple books, including a publication of Business Valuation Resources, and published articles in several journals, including the Journal of Accountancy, the flagship publication of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). He is also a frequent speaker on the topics of accounting, investigations, valuation, and damages. He has served various leadership roles with the AICPA, most recently being appointed as a Commissioner on the National Accreditation Committee which leads the AICPA accreditation process.