Bridgepoint Hires Fraud and Forensic Investigation Expert
February 1, 2016 – Bridgepoint Consulting, a leading Texas-based finance, IT and management consulting firm, has named Margie Reinhart as Director, specializing in financial fraud and forensic investigations in the firm’s Turnaround & Dispute Resolution practice area. As a CPA, CFF and CFE, Reinhart has amassed significant expertise in forensic analysis, litigation consulting, risk management, SOX, and internal audit. Prior to joining Bridgepoint, Margie worked with international accounting and consulting firms while working on a variety of forensic engagements.
“Margie brings a tremendous level of specialized expertise to the Bridgepoint team,” said Bill Patterson, Principal at Bridgepoint Consulting. “Her strong track record advising Fortune 500 organizations on embezzlement, misappropriation and financial reporting investigations, adds critical value to our clients.”
Reinhart has devoted her career to helping government agencies, law firms and corporations address complex matters involving fraud, waste, abuse and compliance. She is highly skilled in the multi-facets of damages analysis, expert services, forensic data analytics, forensic accounting, fraud consulting and white collar investigations. Reinhart specializes in using qualitative and data analysis to test controls and identify areas of risk, and has provided expert and fact witness testimony. Prior to Bridgepoint, Reinhart has served as President of Reinhart Forensic Consulting, Director at Grant Thornton LLP and had an eleven year tenure at Deloitte. During her time with the big four accounting firm, Reinhart served on a national “think tank” team leading the path to appropriate implementation of COSO, SOX and enterprise risk management.
Reinhart earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Management-Accounting and Finance from Ryerson Polytechnic University in Toronto, Canada. As a market leader, she regularly serves on nationally broadcasted panel discussions with other recognized leaders in the white collar industry. Reinhart also served as Director of the Dallas Chapter of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.
Bridgepoint Consulting has offices in Dallas, Houston and Austin and supports a broad range of clients, including financial institutions, government organizations, law firms, family offices and corporations. Additional information about Bridgepoint services can be found here.
About Bridgepoint Consulting
Bridgepoint Consulting is a leading Texas-based professional services firm that provides strategic services and highly qualified professionals to solve complex financial, management and technology challenges. Since 1999, we’ve been helping executives and management teams reduce their business and operational risks, bridge resource gaps and improve overall performance. Whether an organization needs interim expertise to improve infrastructure and processes, or strategic management of a major transition or transaction, Bridgepoint’s team of 140+ qualified professionals can help. The firm has offices in Austin, Dallas and Houston. For more information on Bridgepoint Consulting, please visit our website at www.BridgepointConsulting.com
