Fraud: The unexpected purchase

M&A frauds can deliver a substantial financial blow to a purchaser, with an impact that can last for years after the initial acquisition.  Ironically, mishandling the due diligence related to the acquisition of a business can result in losses to the business, personal losses, and even bankruptcy.

Our experts will help participants understand the financial risks related to M&A transactions, the responsibilities of due diligence professionals, and mitigating the risk of fraud.  Presenters will share actual case examples of frauds related to M&A transactions and the factors that resulted in these frauds.

Learning objectives

At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will:

• Understand key elements of M&A fraud
• Be able to identify the differences between due diligence and investigative accounting in an M&A transaction
• Know how to implement preventive steps in order to mitigate fraud in an acquisition
• Identify frequent areas of working capital manipulation in M&A transactions

Presenters

• Amy Egelston, Plante Moran’s Investigative Services Team
• Matt Petrucci, Plante Moran's Due Diligence Team