Our Key Financial Due Diligence Services

Comprehensive financial analysis, risk assessment, and due diligence for international business transactions

Our Core Services

Analysis of Historical Financial Performance

Detailed Review of Financial Statements: Thorough examination of audited and management-prepared income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements for historical periods (typically 3-5 years).

Trend Analysis: Identifying and analyzing trends in revenue, expenses, profitability, and key financial ratios over time.

Seasonality and Cyclicality Assessment: Understanding the impact of seasonal or cyclical factors on financial performance.

Quality of Earnings (QoE) Assessment

Sustainability of Earnings: Evaluating the persistence and recurrency of reported earnings by adjusting for non-recurring items, one-time gains/losses, related-party transactions, and changes in accounting policies.

Identification of "Red Flags": Uncovering unusual accounting practices or aggressive revenue/expense recognition policies.

Normalization Adjustments: Quantifying adjustments to EBITDA and other key profit metrics to reflect a more accurate picture of ongoing operational profitability.

Working Capital Analysis

Assessment of Net Working Capital: Analyzing historical and current levels of working capital and identifying trends, seasonality, and key drivers.

Quality of Working Capital Components: Evaluating the age and collectability of receivables, the obsolescence risk of inventory, and the terms and ageing of payables.

Identification of Normalised Working Capital: Determining the appropriate level of working capital required to support ongoing operations.

Cash Conversion Cycle Analysis: Assessing the efficiency of the company's working capital management.

Debt and Debt-Like Items Analysis

Review of Debt Agreements: Examining terms, conditions, covenants, and security associated with existing debt facilities.

Identification of Off-Balance Sheet Liabilities: Uncovering commitments, contingent liabilities, and other debt-like items not readily apparent on the balance sheet.

Assessment of Net Debt: Calculating the net debt position of the target company.

Additional Key Services

Capital Expenditure (CapEx) Review

Tax Due Diligence

Synergies and Cost Savings Analysis

Review of Financial Projections and Forecasts

Analysis of Accounting Policies and Internal Controls

Transaction-Specific Services

Transaction-Specific Services

Buy-Side Due Diligence

Assisting acquirers in understanding the target's financial position, identifying risks, and validating investment theses.

Sell-Side Due Diligence (VDD)

Assisting sellers in preparing for a sale process by proactively identifying and addressing potential financial issues.

Vendor Assistance

Providing support to the seller throughout the transaction process, responding to buyer queries, and managing data rooms.

Closing Statement Review

Assisting with the review and preparation of closing accounts and net working capital/net debt adjustments.

Post-Acquisition Support

Assisting with post-merger integration of financial reporting and monitoring the performance of the acquired business.

Why Choose Our Financial Due Diligence Services?

Our financial due diligence services provide a clear, independent, and in-depth view of the financial aspects of a transaction, enabling you to proceed with greater confidence and a stronger negotiating position.

Thorough Analysis

Comprehensive examination of all financial aspects

Risk Mitigation

Identify and quantify potential financial risks

Strategic Insights

Provide valuable insights for informed decision-making

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