FCIB Europe Webinar Training Series - Financial Statements and Cash Flow Analysis

February 16-18, 2010 • 2.00pm (GMT) 9.00am (EST, US) • 3 days - 60 min. per day

Summary

Webinar at a glance:

Using theory and practical applications, this webinar will provide an in-depth overview of key concepts underlying the proper analysis of financial and cash flow statements from a credit manager’s perspective.

The 3 day webinar will cover all aspects and activities involved in analyzing financial statements, including accounting standards, common-size and trend analysis, ratio analysis techniques, analysis of the statement of cash flow, and cash flow projections. A look behind the numbers, red flags and useful tips for credit managers to properly evaluate a company’s financial strength and determine the operating efficiency, profitability and financial risk.

See below for a full list of topics which will be covered during the series.

Topics to be covered

  • Where to get financial information - sources
  • Benefits of a standard model
  • Annual reports and Accounting Standards
  • Reading annual reports and financial statements
  • Balance sheet
  • Cash flow statement, ratios and analysis
  • Common-size analysis
  • Trend analysis
  • Ratio analysis
  • Liquidity ratios/profitability ratios
  • Activity ratios/Dupont Analysis/Altman Z score
  • Solvency – financial risk and leverage
  • Different accounting standards
  • Basic relationship between Inventory and COGS
  • Looking beyond numbers
  • Financial analysis and judgment
  • Early warning signs and red flags
  • Misrepresentation and financial fraud
  • Hints and tips to take away