Accountants are often the first to notice early signs of financial distress in their clients, but knowing when to bring in an insolvency specialist is not always clear. BWA has developed these resources for CA ANZ members to support that judgement. Here you will find practical guidance, exclusive webinar content and early access to market insights to help you recognise when a client may need specialist insolvency support.
Since 1994, BWA has built a reputation as New Zealand’s leading voluntary administration and restructuring firm. BWA is led by Bryan Williams, one of only two New Zealand practitioners named a Fellow of INSOL International, and backed by a team of experienced insolvency professionals.
Our exclusive webinars for CA ANZ members will help you identify early signs of financial distress, understand when a formal insolvency process may be needed, and refer clients with confidence.
When a client’s financial position is becoming harder to stabilise, the decision to refer them on can feel difficult. BWA works with accountants and advisers to help them understand the options available and give their client a clear, practical path forward.
Distressed clients rarely run out of options all at once. Warning signs build over time; cash flow pressure, creditor demands, tax arrears, stalled negotiations, or a business that no longer responds to standard advice.
Most accountants know the moments we’re talking about. A client’s numbers have been telling a difficult story for a while, and without seeking the right advice, it is inevitable that all available options will quickly run out. That is the point where the conversation must move from advisory to action, and the point where BWA can assist.
We specialise in Voluntary Administration, business restructuring and Liquidation. We also work hard to make the referral process straightforward for you and your client. We recognise the relationship you have built with your client and treat it with care.
Early referral gives everyone more options. Voluntary Administration works best when there is still cash flow, goodwill with suppliers and other key stakeholders such as landlords, and time to negotiate. The longer a struggling business waits, the fewer options remain.
If you have a client whose position is becoming harder to stabilise, or where a formal process is starting to look like the only realistic path, we are happy to have a confidential, no-obligation conversation about where things stand.
The BWA Quarterly Market Report tracks New Zealand insolvency activity each quarter, drawing on Registrar of Companies data and BWA’s analysis to show where financial stress is building across the economy.
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Do you have a client situation you would like to discuss, or a question about how BWA works with accountants? Get in touch, and we will get back to you directly.
BWA Insolvency is based in Auckland and works with people and businesses throughout New Zealand.
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