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

Review issues professionals encounter in assisting clients who are selling or buying mid-size companies. Examine the accountant advisor's essential role in drafting and structuring purchase-price adjustment mechanisms, due diligence and accounting for transactions.

Review considerations such as buyer/seller perspectives and preferences, letters of intent, significant components of definitive purchase agreements, and the high-level tax considerations of buyers/sellers—including the implications of Section 338(h)(10) elections. Explore the M&A process from non-disclosure agreement to the post-closing operation, focusing on the CPA’s role and ways to help clients.