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Nada Zaitoun

Nada Zaitoun

Senior Analyst

Nada Zaitoun is a Senior Analyst at CurbyMcLintock, bringing a unique blend of scientific expertise and analytical thinking to her role.
Beginning her career as an educator, Nada has developed a sharp mind, enquiring mindset and a solutions-focused approach that makes her a valued member of the team.
With a background in science, Nada has worked across various academic and non-academic roles within the Education sector, including Indigenous education. Her strengths lie in systems, processes, technology, and research, complemented by strong lateral-thinking skills that enable her to ask the right questions and uncover effective solutions. Passionate about numbers and solving puzzles, Nada thrives on tackling complex challenges.
Collaborative, organised, and engaging, Nada is known for her tenacity, non-judgemental attitude, and multilingual abilities. She values building strong working relationships and enjoys the dynamic nature of her work.

Areas of Specialisation

Forensic accounting & investigations, fraud investigations, project management, workplace safety management, scientific analysis and communication, research and risk governance reviews.

Industry Experience

Government, banking, corporate services, transport, design, science & research, and education.

Snapshot of Experience

Part of an investigation team engaged to examine allegations raised against a senior Commonwealth public servant. The matters involved multiple complainants and included allegations of bullying and harassment, as well as the inappropriate use of government funds and resources. Contributed to the assessment of complex and sensitive evidence supporting a structured and independent investigation process that culminated in a detailed investigation report being prepared and delivered to agency.

Part of an independent investigation into the inappropriate use of a corporate credit card, including the incurring of personal expenses and expenditure outside approved credit card usage parameters. The investigation involved conducting several interviews, detailed analysis of several years of expense transaction, assessed against the organisation’s credit card policy and other relevant internal polices, to support a robust and evidence-based investigation report that was provided to the relevant delegate for review and action.

Part of an investigation team engaged by the corporate regulator to contact witnesses in relation to an invoice fraud matter. The investigation involved seeking voluntary cooperation from third-party entities to obtain witness statements confirming that invoices had not been received or paid, against which loans had been fraudulently obtained. Was instrumental in the coordination, finalisation and collection of evidentiary material to support the preparation of a brief of evidence for potential criminal prosecution.

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