Accounting for Business Growth and Transition

This course addresses a range of areas that might be encountered during the evolution and growth of a company. Topics include organizational structures, consolidated financial statements, foreign exchange, due diligence requirements, and approaches for structuring a business transition. In addition, you will gain an understanding of how to take a leadership role in creating a value-centred department that could help to support the growth and development initiatives that occur over the lifecycle of a business.

You will learn the steps that an accounting department can take to have the necessary financial records and results on hand in advance of a business transition. You will also achieve an understanding of the due diligence process, what buyers and sellers need, and how to achieve a managed result.

You’ll know how to support a business leader prior to, during, and after a transition and gain an understanding of the strategic mindset so often displayed by business leaders. You’ll come to understand how the accounting function can take steps to add value, in both day-to-day operations and times of transition.