The Accountant's Role in Mergers and Acquisitions Webinar

• Recognize the M&A process and the accountant’s role
• Determine how deal drivers present opportunities for client service
• Evaluate critical deal points and terms
• Determine how to plan and execute an effective due diligence process

• The purpose and role of financial due diligence in the deal process, including quality of earnings analysis, evaluation of forecasts and sustainability of cash flow
• Working capital adjustments and balance sheet due diligence
• The impact of contemplated pricing, earn-outs and holdbacks
• The deal timeline and flow of information
• Understanding the terms and structure that fit the buyer and seller objectives
• Tax and financial accounting treatment of select issues