The answer might be ‘yes’ but there are some things to consider first. There are three important questions you should consider asking:

Does the accountant have specialised knowledge?

• Business Valuations are a highly specialised field. Most accountants would have just a handful of valuation requests in any given year. An accountant with in-depth knowledge and experience will be able to offer you the benefit of their expertise.

Can the accountant be regarded as completely independent?

• Business Valuations are often needed to help resolve a dispute or disagreement. For example, a partnership split or a related party transfer. It is important to know all Chartered Accountants or CPA Accountants are required to adhere to high levels of professional independence. A valuation conducted by an independent valuer will help avoid any possible suggestion that an existing relationship might have biased the result.

Does the accountant have the appropriate insurance?

• Conducting the valuation of a business enterprise is a specialised field, one not covered by most Accountants Professional Indemnity Insurance. Ask if the appropriate insurance is held before engaging an accountant to conduct a business valuation.

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