Master Cash Flow Statements: Preparation & Analysis Course

Course Description

This comprehensive 5-day workshop equips financial professionals with the skills to prepare and analyze cash flow statements effectively. Participants will learn industry-standard techniques, best practices, and practical applications for cash flow management. The course covers fundamental concepts, advanced analysis methods, and real-world case studies.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the structure and components of cash flow statements
• Master techniques for preparing accurate and informative cash flow statements
• Develop skills in analyzing cash flow data for decision-making
• Learn to identify and interpret key financial indicators and ratios
• Apply cash flow analysis to assess company performance and financial health

Course Modules

Day 1: Fundamentals of Cash Flow Statements

• Introduction to cash flow concepts and importance
• Cash flow statement structure and components
• Relationship between cash flow and other financial statements
• Cash flow classification: operating, investing, and financing activities

Day 2: Preparation Techniques

• Direct vs. indirect methods of cash flow preparation
• Adjusting net income to cash basis
• Handling non-cash transactions and working capital changes
• Preparing cash flow statements using Excel and financial software

Day 3: Advanced Cash Flow Analysis

• Key financial ratios and metrics for cash flow analysis
• Free cash flow calculation and interpretation
• Cash flow forecasting techniques
• Identifying red flags and potential financial issues

Day 4: Industry-Specific Applications

• Cash flow analysis for different business models
• Sector-specific considerations and benchmarks
• International cash flow reporting standards
• Case studies: Analyzing real-world company cash flows

Day 5: Practical Application and Decision Making

• Using cash flow analysis for strategic planning
• Cash flow management strategies for business improvement
• Communicating cash flow insights to stakeholders
• Hands-on workshop: Preparing and analyzing a complex cash flow statement

Practical Wins for Participants

• Ability to prepare accurate and insightful cash flow statements
• Skills to perform comprehensive cash flow analysis for decision-making
• Techniques to improve organizational cash flow management
• Confidence in presenting cash flow insights to management and stakeholders