Rebuilding with Confidence: Navigating VAT, Forensic Insights & Business Valuations

An online webinar in partnership with TMA UK and Gravita, our key experts break down the key pressures facing distressed businesses in today’s challenging economic environment — and what leaders can do to navigate them. Speakers: Johnny Abraham, President, TMA UK Sandy Cochrane, VAT Partner, Gravita Daniel Rose, Audit & Transactional Services Partner, Gravita What we cover: Current financial pressures across construction, hospitality, retail, tech, transport & more Early warning signs of business distress VAT pitfalls, bonding requirements & HMRC expectations How to build credible cashflow forecasts that lenders trust Time-to-pay arrangements and dealing effectively with HMRC Valuations, pre-packs and the risks of asset sales at undervalue Practical steps to support business recovery and avoid insolvency Whether you're an advisor, business owner, or finance professional, this session offers grounded, real‑world insights into managing risk, protecting cash flow, and steering struggling businesses back onto stable footing. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 05:12 Sector-Specific Financial Distress 07:49 Early Warning Signs of Financial Distress 11:47 Bonding and Financial Distress 14:24 HMRC Bonding Requirements 23:32 Cash Flow Management and Forecasting 28:43 VAT's Role in Financial Planning 29:51 Introduction to Time to Pay Arrangements 31:33 Example of Time to Pay Arrangement 33:04 Impact of Bankruptcy on Individuals and Companies 34:14 VAT Considerations in Bankruptcy 35:25 Challenges and Solutions in VAT Repayments 37:07 Detailed Overview of Time to Pay Arrangements 40:32 VAT Schemes for Distressed Businesses 42:47 Valuation of Shares and Assets 45:14 VAT Implications of Asset Sales 49:33 Audit and Compliance Considerations 54:37 Summary and Key Takeaways 56:14 Q&A and Closing Remarks