Purchasing or selling a business can be intimidating. Determining the true value of an organization while ensuring your overall financial goals are not impacted is no easy feat. Quality mergers, acquisitions, and sales are complex and time-consuming, making it essential to partner with trusted and knowledgeable business advisors who have your best interests at heart.
At McCay Duff LLP, our team has the experience and knowledge to ensure you move forward fully informed so that you can make the best possible decision for your business.
Strategic Advisory Solutions You Can Trust
Our dedicated business advisory team understands that the financial stakes are high when considering a merger, acquisition, or sale of your business, and the details matter. At McCay Duff LLP, we provide practical accounting and advisory solutions that protect value, mitigate risk, and help you and your business achieve your strategic goals. Whether you’re buying, selling, or consolidating, we combine technical proficiency in accounting and tax planning with hands-on transaction experience to guide clients through every stage of a deal.
More than just trusted advisors, our business specialists work closely with clients to provide personalized services. When considering buying, selling, or merging their business, we are often the first call our clients make. We provide comprehensive direction when considering significant business decisions or striving to reach a new milestone for your organization. We provide carefully considered advice tailored to each specific client’s unique needs, always with our client’s best interests in mind.
To achieve a successful purchase, sale, or merger transaction, we deliver a clear strategy by working directly with owners, boards, and executive teams to evaluate potential transactions against long-term objectives. Our services include:
- Financial modelling and scenario analysis to test the viability of the deal.
- Determine fair market value with quality valuation reviews.
- Optimize economics and preserve shareholder value.
- Translate complex financial outcomes into actionable recommendations.
Reliable Acquisition Services
When considering a business acquisition, thorough financial due diligence and careful corporate structuring are essential for owners and decision-makers to avoid unwelcome surprises now or in the future. McCay Duff LLP delivers comprehensive support to ensure you make purchases both well-informed and with a detailed plan to achieve your best results. Our high-quality services include:
- Comprehensive financial due diligence of accounting records, cash flow, and working capital.
- Purchase price allocation and advice on earnouts, deferred consideration, and contingent liabilities.
- Tax planning and organizational structure to minimize tax exposure.
- Assistance with financing packages and analysis to ensure sustainability after acquisition.
- Identifying hidden risks and negotiating terms that protect your investment.
- Working with your legal team to ensure legal documents are clear and protect your interests.
Trusted Solutions to Sell Your Business
Selling your business is a monumental decision. You have put your blood, sweat, and tears into building your enterprise, and you want to ensure your business continues to be successful while maximizing your profits.
However, sellers face unique challenges, including presenting quality financials, managing organizations’ confidentiality, and maximizing proceeds. Our goal is to make your business investment-ready and to position it for the best possible outcome in the marketplace. At McCay Duff LLP, our business advisors help sellers prepare for a smooth, value‑driven exit by providing:
- Pre-sale diagnostic reviews and clean-up of financial statements.
- Tax-efficient exit planning and modelling of net proceeds under different structures.
- Coordination with legal advisors, investment bankers, and other transaction parties.
Clear Advice for Business Mergers
Successful business mergers can create significant opportunities, including expanded market reach, improved operational capacity, and enhanced financial stability. However, they also introduce complex financial, legal, and strategic considerations. A clear understanding of valuation, regulatory requirements, and post-transaction integration is essential to ensure the success of the merger and that it achieves its intended goals while minimizing risk.
At McCay Duff LLP, our business and accounting professionals guide clients through every stage of the merger process with precision and foresight. We deliver comprehensive financial skill, strategic planning support, and objective analysis to help businesses make informed decisions. From early-stage evaluation to final integration, we ensure each step is executed smoothly, allowing business owners and decision makers to remain focused on long-term success. Our merger advisory services include:
Why Choose Us?
More than just trusted advisors, the business specialists at McCay Duff LLP bring knowledge and perspective to every issue, big or small. We work closely with clients to provide personalized service tailored to each specific client’s unique needs, always with our client’s best interests in mind.
Our accountants deliver a wealth of experience, having worked with diverse clients from multiple industries. Our integrated service ensures we provide detailed due diligence, comprehensive tax planning, and quality post-close accounting and integration. We work seamlessly with legal counsel, bankers, and management teams to keep transactions on track.
Contact McCay Duff LLP in Ottawa for Reliable Mergers, Acquisitions, and Sales Services
Whether you are considering buying, selling, or merging your organization, the business valuation and advisory team at McCay Duff LLP can guide you through each step and provide the post-close support you need. We will take the time to understand your unique objectives and work with you to help you achieve them at every step. To enjoy the benefits of having experienced business advisors on your side, contact the valuation and litigation support professionals at McCay Duff LLP online or by telephone at 613-236-2367 or toll-free at 1-800-267-6551.
