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Corporate Finance

Practical advice for funding, deals and growth

At Huddart Accountants, our corporate finance services give business owners the insight and support they need to make informed decisions. Whether you’re selling your company, raising capital, or planning a major business transaction, we make sure every step is handled with clarity and confidence.

Our role is to simplify complex financial matters. From early planning to final negotiations, we help you choose the right structure, secure the right funding, and achieve the best outcome for your business.

Why corporate finance matters

Corporate finance is about more than numbers. It’s about building the future you want for your company. The right advice can help you:

  • Raise capital to expand or invest in capital expenditures.
  • Assess risk before completing an acquisition or merger.
  • Strengthen your balance sheet for growth and stability.
  • Protect the value of your business during an exit.
  • Build resilience against potential risks like supply chain disruption or rising costs.

With over 30 years of experience advising SMEs and owner-managed businesses across Manchester and the North West, our team combines strong financial management with a practical, partner-led approach.

Our corporate finance services

Selling your business

Choosing to sell is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. We guide you through every stage of the process, including:

  • Preparing accurate accounts and financial records.
  • Carrying out a full due diligence report to highlight value drivers.
  • Advising on deal structures that reduce tax and protect wealth.
  • Working with business brokers and investors to reach qualified buyers.
  • Negotiating terms that safeguard your future.

 

We help you present your company in the best light and secure the right buyer at the right price.

See how our business exit planning services complement this stage of your journey.

Mergers and acquisitions

Whether you’re looking to grow by acquisition, merge with a competitor or acquire a supplier to strengthen your supply chain, we provide clear, independent advice.

Our support includes:

  • Identifying suitable targets.
  • Helping you conduct due diligence on financial health, tax compliance and risks.
  • Advising on funding and capital structuring.
  • Preparing financial models to forecast short term and long-term impacts.
  • Supporting negotiations to secure the right deal.

Mergers and acquisitions are complex, but with the right preparation and advice, they can transform your business.

Raising finance

Growth often requires funding, whether for expansion, new equipment or acquisitions. We help you raise capital from the right sources, including:

  • Traditional bank loans.
  • Asset-based lending and invoice discounting.
  • Private equity investment.
  • Venture capital.
  • Alternative lenders.
  • Access to capital markets where appropriate.

We prepare the financial information lenders and investors need, ensuring your business is presented as a strong and credible opportunity.

Accurate forecasts also rely on effective cash flow forecasting, which we can provide as part of your funding preparation.

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Business valuations

Understanding the value of your company is crucial for raising finance, selling, or succession planning. Our valuation services consider: Historic financial performance and forecasts. Balance sheet strength. Market conditions and sector benchmarks. Intellectual property and intangible assets. Working capital needs. Risks identified through due diligence required by buyers or investors. We produce valuation reports that are clear, defensible and tailored to your objectives.

Financial modelling and forecasting

We design financial models that test different scenarios and show you the impact before you commit. These cover:

  • Growth by acquisition versus organic expansion.
  • Short term and long-term funding needs.
  • Debt vs. equity financing.
  • Sensitivity analysis for interest rates, costs and revenues.
  • Effects of capital expenditures on your balance sheet.

The result: better visibility, fewer surprises and more confident decisions.

Due diligence

Any major business deal requires careful checks. Due diligence is the process that protects buyers, investors and sellers alike.

We help you perform due diligence by:

  • Reviewing financial records, forecasts and tax compliance.
  • Assessing cash flow and working capital sufficiency.
  • Reviewing customer contracts and supplier agreements.
  • Checking ownership of assets, including intellectual property.
  • Highlighting potential risks such as debt exposure or supply chain weaknesses.

Our approach goes beyond the numbers. We identify both risks and opportunities, providing a due diligence report that helps you move forward with confidence.

Who we work with

We advise:

  • Owners preparing for sale.
  • SMEs seeking funding.
  • Entrepreneurs growing through acquisitions.
  • Investors needing independent reviews.
  • Family businesses planning succession.
  • We also work closely with investment banks, lawyers and private equity firms to provide a joined-up service.

 

Why choose Huddart?

  • Partner-led advice – direct access to senior experts.
  • Practical experience – 30+ years advising North West businesses.
  • Integrated service – combining corporate finance, accountancy and tax services.
  • Strong networks – from lenders to business brokers.
  • Tailored solutions – every business is different, so are our recommendations.

 

Start your corporate finance journey

Whether you’re buying, selling, or raising funds, the decisions you make today will shape tomorrow. Our corporate finance team will help you plan clearly, conduct due diligence and take every step with confidence.

Call us on 0161 703 8353 or email hello@jeffreyahuddart.co.uk to arrange a free consultation.