Whether you are just starting to consider listing, have already decided which market you want to IPO on or are an experienced listed business looking to carry out further transactions, our Transaction Advisory services team can support you.
Taking a company public via an Initial Public Offering (IPO) can be one of the most challenging, yet rewarding, processes a company can undertake. We aim to reduce the burden by providing specialist support when it is most needed.
IPO readiness
We understand that listing can be a complex process and therefore look to share our knowledge from the beginning. Understanding whether you are ready to start the listing process is something we will help you to assess.
Preparation is essential to avoid additional costs. We will assess the position of the financial and reporting systems in place and provide practical recommendations to the board of directors. Understanding the level of documentation in place (financial information, forecasts, and systems and controls memos) prior to listing can help you save significant time further down the line.
We can help you with all of the key decisions that you will need to make prior to the listing process and ensure that you have robust processes in place to make the transition from a private to a public company as seamless as possible.
Our extensive IPO experience means we know what works and how best to go about achieving a successful IPO. We have a strong network of trusted advisors including lawyers, brokers and PR advisers and we are always willing to share our contacts who can ensure that you receive the best, and most suitable, representation.
FPPP advisory
The production of the Financial Position and Prospects Procedures (FPPP) manual can be a daunting task even for experienced listed company boards. With our varied sector experience across the capital markets space, we can help alleviate the pressure or knowledge gap that may exist.
Whether it’s writing an FPPP document for you, updating it for key changes in corporate governance or refreshing the listing rules to be followed, we can help. We offer drafting or review services depending on how advanced your FPPP is. With the rolling changes being implemented by the FCA, we help ensure you stay up to date with your corporate governance requirements.
IPO
Our team has extensive experience of acting as reporting accountant on IPOs on the London Stock Exchange and other international exchanges. Over the past three years, we have supported over 50 businesses in a variety of transactions leading to a public listing. Every transaction is different, and we will work closely with you to foresee any issues and head them off.
As the reporting accountant, we carry out the required due diligence on your financial history and forecasts to provide comfort to the various advisors involved. This process is invaluable in helping your business prepare for its IPO, identify the necessary IFRS reporting requirements and support the overall transition.
We provide the full range of reporting accountant services including accountants’ reports on historical financial information, long form reports, working capital reports and all comfort letters.
Reverse Takeovers
We are able assist companies looking to pursue a Reverse Takeover (RTO), an acquisition where a company acquires a business larger than itself. This process can be complex in terms of structure, but our team is equipped to help streamline it, including managing the due diligence requirements similar to those of a standard IPO.
After an RTO is completed, additional complex accounting is required under IFRS 3. Our specialists can guide you through these intricate adjustments. Having supported numerous companies through this process, we are exceptionally well positioned to provide the expertise you need.
Dual list
Completing a dual listing can be extremely beneficial and provide a secondary platform for international growth. Boosting the corporate profile, access to wider pools of capital and increasing investor confidence are just a few of the benefits a dual listing can bring.
Our team is well versed to support any dual listing on the Main Market via the ‘Equity Shares – Secondary Listing’ segment. This is open to any company that is non-UK incorporated and offers a streamlined approach. Our team provides guidance on the financial information required and leverages existing disclosures from your native exchange to simplify the process.
For more information on our other transaction advisory services
Data and strategy
Our experts support businesses through pre-transaction reviews and post-deal integration to upgrade processes.
Due diligence and advisory
Our Transaction Advisory Services team collaborates seamlessly with yours to conduct thorough due diligence and advisory services, delivering valuable insights for strategic decision-making.
We have experience working with both seasoned and novice leadership teams, helping to maximise the value achieved in every transaction.
Financial accounting advisory
Our expert team provide a wide range of accounting advice, assistance with implementation of new accounting standards, transaction support and technical training services to support your business in an increasingly demanding financial reporting environment.
Transaction tax advisory
Our Transaction Advisory services team has a wealth of experience in guiding clients through transactions.
We understand the challenges that you face and can provide the advice you need to allow for effective tax management and provide you with a clear strategy throughout a transaction.
Valuation
Our specialist Valuations team can support your company with trusted, independent valuations for a wide range of purposes.
Post-deal Purchase Price Allocation (PPA) reports are required by external auditors as part of a transaction.
We have a collaborative approach, working closely with you and any external advisors to fully understand the requirements and any challenges that may need to be overcome to deliver a valuation that is fit for the purpose intended and in a timely manner, ensuring all parties are kept informed throughout the process.