Simona Radu joined KPMG in Romania in January 2021 and is currently a Director, leading the firm’s Forensic and Internal Audit Practice in Romania and Moldova. She works closely with boards, senior and executive management, as well as with compliance and legal teams to address complex issues related to fraud, misconduct, disputes, and compliance across a wide range of industries.
With more than 22 years of professional experience, Simona has built her career at the intersection of audit, forensic, and compliance. She began her professional journey as an external auditor with a leading professional services company in New York, where she worked for over five years, before returning to Romania and transitioning into forensic services.
Over the past 17 years, Simona has focused primarily on fraud and misconduct investigations as well as fraud and corruption risk management. She has led and participated in numerous investigations across sectors such as pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, telecommunications, banking, consumer goods, and real estate, and has been involved in multiple civil and criminal litigation cases. Clients value her ability to manage sensitive investigations, navigate complex regulatory environments, and translate investigative findings into clear, actionable outcomes.
In addition to investigative work, Simona has extensive experience in the design and implementation of controls, processes, and procedures aimed at preventing, detecting, and mitigating fraud and corruption risks. She has also supported institutions in addressing financial crime and compliance challenges across several jurisdictions in the EU, Asia, and the United States.