Learn to identify warning signs in business financial statements that could indicate problems or fraud during the acquisition process.
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Financial due diligence is a critical part of any business acquisition, but it's easy to miss subtle warning signs that could indicate serious problems. In this webinar, our financial experts walk you through the most common red flags to look for in business financial statements and how to verify the integrity of financial data during your due diligence process.
How to identify inconsistencies in financial statements that may indicate manipulation
Common methods of revenue inflation and expense hiding (and how to spot them)
Tax return vs. financial statement disparities - what's normal and what's concerning
Cash flow analysis techniques that reveal operational health beyond profit figures
Inventory and accounts receivable verification strategies
Techniques for analyzing balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements to identify inconsistencies. We cover horizontal and vertical analysis methods that quickly highlight anomalies.
How to determine if reported profits are sustainable or artificially inflated. We discuss one-time revenues, unusual transactions, and accounting policy changes that can mask true performance.
Signs of working capital manipulation including inventory issues, accounts receivable aging problems, and unusual payable patterns that could indicate cash flow problems.
Common tactics used to inflate revenue figures and how to verify true sales performance through alternative data sources and customer verification techniques.
Step-by-step guidance on how to verify financial information through third-party confirmation, documentation review, and analytical procedures.
Throughout the webinar, we examine real case studies (with names changed) where financial red flags led to the discovery of significant issues during acquisition due diligence:
PDF slides with key points and examples (2.8 MB)
Financial Due Diligence Specialist
Sarah has over 15 years of experience in M&A financial due diligence and has helped clients identify financial issues in more than 200 transactions.
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