Emman Marpaung
Partner | Forensics and Financial Crime
Areas of Expertise
Certifications
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
- Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS)
- Certificate III – Investigative Services (New South Wales, Australia)
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting — University of Bengkulu
- Accounting & Finance — University of Mississippi (Fulbright Scholarship)
- Master of Forensic Accounting and Financial Crime (MFAFC) — Macquarie University, Australia
Professional Memberships
- IAI (Ikatan Akuntan Indonesia)
- CPN Australia
- ACFE (Association of Certified Fraud Examiners)
- ACFCS (Association of Certified Financial Crime Specialists)
- Macquarie University Indonesia Alumni Committee
Emman Marpaung, S.E., MFAFC
CFE, CFCS, CERT.III
Partner | Forensics and Financial Crime
“My attention to detail combined with inquisitive nature helps me uncover the facts and solve the problems in a clear and consistent manner.”
Emman serves as a Forensics and Financial Crime Partner at Triage Investiga in Jakarta, Indonesia, bringing over a decade of elite experience in forensic and financial crime services across both the public and private sectors.
His professional expertise encompasses forensic accounting, investigative intelligence, workplace investigations, litigation support, fraud risk management, FCPA compliance, e-Discovery review, and ESG fraud assessment. Beyond his corporate and advisory work, Emman actively contributes to education as a forensic accounting lecturer at the Indonesian Christian University (UKI) and frequently delivers training programs in collaboration with various professional organizations.
Professional Track Record & Global Experience:
Throughout his distinguished career, Emman has built an extensive background working with major global advisory networks, including:
- Big 4 & International Accounting Firms: Held key forensic roles at top-tier firms including KPMG, EY, and PwC, as well as BDO Australia, where he successfully conducted complex forensic investigations.
- Academic Milestones: Advanced his expertise internationally by completing his Master’s Degree at Macquarie University, Australia, while simultaneously managing forensic engagements.
Professional Credentials & Certifications:
Emman’s technical capabilities and investigative mastery are backed by multiple globally recognized professional credentials, including:
- CFE: Certified Fraud Examiner
- CFCS: Certified Financial Crime Specialist
- Certificate III in Investigative Services
Career History
Triage Investiga
Partner — Forensic Accounting & Financial Crime
2024 – Present
Leads the forensic accounting and financial crime practice, advising clients across both public and private sectors on complex fraud investigations, regulatory compliance, and financial crime risk management.
BDO Australia
Forensic Accounting & Financial Crime Specialist
Past Role
Conducted high-level forensic accounting investigations and corporate financial crime engagements while simultaneously completing his Master's degree at Macquarie University.
PwC
Forensic Services Specialist
Past Role
Provided specialized forensic investigation and financial crime advisory services for a diverse portfolio of corporate clients at one of the global Big 4 firms.
EY
Forensic Services Specialist
Past Role
Delivered corporate forensics, asset recovery support, and strategic financial crime advisory services within the Big 4 network.
KPMG
Forensic Services Specialist
Past Role
Managed forensic accounting portfolios, anti-fraud compliance assessments, and financial crime advisory tracks, contributing to over 10 years of collective experience across the Big 4 advisory firms.
Indonesian Christian University (UKI)
Lecturer — Forensic Accounting
Ongoing
Serves as an academic lecturer teaching forensic accounting courses to the next generation of professionals, while actively developing and delivering professional training programs in collaboration with various professional organizations.