Up front budget: £400,000
Current turn over circa: £1,000,000
Cash offer: Up to 1.4x GRF
Established since: 2010
Additional Notes:
- My client comes to the market with a specialism within the creative and entertainment sector and would be particularly interested in a practice with similar disciplines
- Cash available and ready to go meaning you can move swiftly
- Full team of staff in place that look to go above and beyond with their client service resulting in fantastic online reviews and strong annual retention giving you confidence your portfolio will be well looked after going forward
- Will eagerly look to retain your employees and will consider an additional office space subject to location
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180869
Up front budget: £200,000
Current turn over circa: £500,000
Cash offer: Up to 1.3x GRF
Established since: 2000
Additional Notes:
- Family run practice who put an emphasis on client relationships and quality service
- Cash available allowing them to move in a timely manner to suit your exit requirements
- Will happily consider retaining staff
- This firm has good experience in slowly introducing online software giving you peace of mind your clients will be well looked after with MTD coming in to play
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180810
Up front budget: £800,000
Current turn over circa: £3,000,000
Cash offer: Up to 1.4x GRF
Established since: 2015
Additional Notes:
- My client comes to the market with a view to finding a practice or block of fees and will pay a premium of up to 1.4x GRF for those based in Harrow, Wembley, Pinner, Edgeware, Bushey, Watford, Northwood and surrounding areas
- Staff will be eagerly retained and a premises will be considered, location and size dependant
- With a strong track record of acquisitions, this firm can offer you a smooth and stress free exit and will happily introduce you to previous vendors they have worked with to give you a full view on how they have handled transactions in the past
- This firm benefits from strong cash reserves giving them the capacity to move quickly when the right thing crops up
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180797
Up front budget: £600,000
Current turn over circa: £2,000,000
Cash offer: Up to 1.4x GRF
Established since: 2000
Additional Notes:
- With cash available my client can offer you a swift and smooth exit in a timeframe tailored to your retirement needs
- This purchaser has multiple acquisitions under their belt that have yielded retention rates in excess of 95%+, demonstrating their excellent knowledge and expertise in the area
- Staff will eagerly be retained with the option for progression and further development within the practice offering your team a great opportunity to take the next step in their career
- This firm puts a strong focus on providing a personal service to clients and boasts a well resourced base of qualified staff who make this a priority, giving you peace of mind your portfolio will be looked after going forward
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180815
Up front budget: £300,000
Current turn over circa: £1,200,000
Cash offer: Up to 1.35x GRF
Established since: 1980
Additional Notes:
- My client has an excellent acquisition track record holding retention of over 94% in previous purchases demonstrating their understanding of the process and their ability to ensure a seamless transition
- With cash available, this firm is able to move quickly and at your pace with the transaction
- This team hosts a qualified and well experienced team with a variety of expertise giving you confidence your clients will be well looked after going forward
- The firm will eagerly retain staff members and can offer you the opportunity of either a short handover or longer term consultancy agreement allowing for complete flexibility on your exit strategy
- My client is well versed in using technology and training clients meaning they are well positioned to help your firm transition over to MTD
SELLER REQUIREMENTS:
- Turnover £100,000+
- Established for 10+ yrs
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180777
Up front budget: £150,000
Current turn over circa: £350,000
Cash offer: up to 1.3x GRF
Established since: 2016
Locations: Surrey
Additional Notes:
- Prepared to pay up to 1.3x GRF for the right business
- Fully cash funded so can move forward at your own pace
- This client prides themselves on their quality of service and strong relationships with their clients. They have never lost a client and receive all of their business through word of mouth referrals without advertising. This is demonstrated by their 15% organic growth in the last year
- Will happily retain staff members and consider keeping suitable premises
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180774
Up front budget: £500,000
Current turn over circa: £4,000,000
Cash offer: Up to 1.4x GRF
Established since: 2007
Locations: Oxfordshire
Additional Notes:
- My client comes to the market with a view to acquiring a business based in the Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire areas and depending on the size will consider retaining the location
- With a proven track record of acquisitions behind them this client can offer you a smooth and stress free exit that can be tailored to suit your retirement needs, ranging from a short warm handover through to a longer term consultancy role to give you ultimate flexibility going forward
- This firm boasts a well experienced and qualified team who take pride in offering a friendly and professional service which has helped contribute to consistent year on year growth and retention
- Cash available allowing you to move quickly
- The practice will eagerly look to retain staff members giving you peace of mind they will be well looked after and have the opportunity to progress in a larger firm
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180753
Up front budget: £150,000
Current turn over circa: £550,000
Cash offer: up to 1.3x GRF
Established since: 1980
Locations: Kent
Additional Notes:
- This firm is extremely well established in the area with multigenerational longstanding clients demonstrating the quality of relationships they nurture encouraging strong retention and a smooth transition
- Prepared to pay up 1.3x GRF and cash funded so can move forward at your own pace
- This firm operates with an open door policy with hands on partners ensuring clients receive an efficient and personal level of service
- They have acquired before successfully demonstrating their proven track record and excellent handle on the process
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180746
Up front budget: £200,000
Current turn over circa: £1,300,000
Cash offer: up to 1.3x GRF
Established since: 2010
Locations: Berkshire,East Sussex,Greater London,Hampshire,Kent,West Sussex
Additional Notes:
- This is a chartered and ACCA accredited firm who pride themselves on providing a professional, personal and tailored service to clients. We always tend to find clients settle better with firms with such expertise and client orientated approaches.
- This excellent level of service is demonstrated by their five star reviews online from their clients reinforcing their abilities to foster client goodwill
- This firm has acquired before with retention in excess of 97% demonstrating their proven track record and excellent handle of the acquisitions process.
- Offering a breadth of services including accountancy, tax advice, bookkeeping and payroll
- Presence across Surrey, Hampshire, Sussex, Kent and London so able to consider opportunities across these regions
- Making strong use of software including Xero, Sage, Quickbooks and Freeagent so able to guide clients gently and seamlessly towards MTD
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180729
Up front budget: £200,000
Current turn over circa: £550,000
Cash offer: up to 1.4x GRF
Established since: 2011
Additional Notes:
- This is a chartered firm who prides themselves on their personal and tailored service to clients. In these instances we tend to find client settle better with such client orientated service.
- Prepared to pay up to 1.4x GRF for the right opportunity and cash funded so they can move forward at your own pace
- This firm has acquired twice very successfully with retention sitting in excess of 98% demonstrating their proven track record and excellent handle on the process. This client would even be able to provide references from those past principles.
- This firm is audit registered so would be able to take on audit clients if required
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180714
Up front budget: £400,000
Current turn over circa: £1,500,000
Cash offer: Up to 1.4x GRF
Established since: 2015
Locations: East Sussex
Additional Notes:
- My client is a well organised and personal firm that puts emphasis on attracting and developing quality employees, and will pay a premium for firms that boast a strong team and hold a local presence in Brighton, Worthing, Littlehampton, Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath, Hove, Eastbourne and surrounding areas
- With a strong background in both practice and industry, these partners offer a wealth of knowledge and experience to help support your clients through their growth journey
- Has cash available so they can move quickly and will pay a premium of up to 1.4x GRF with 50% upfront for the right practice
- This firm can offer flexibility on your exit and ideally will be looking for a minimum of a 6 months handover to ensure a smooth transition, helping contribute to strong retention rates
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180695
Up front budget: £200,000
Current turn over circa: £500,000
Cash offer: Up to 1.3x GRF
Established since: 2015
Additional Notes:
- Well rounded experience in both practice and industry meaning this firm is well placed to advise your clients on matters ranging from general compliance to FD work and complex tax (both UK and overseas)
- Will eagerly retain staff and premises to ensure the maximum retention for all parties involved giving you peace of mind your clients will see little change during and after the sale
- Can offer you a flexible exit to suit your needs such as a short handover or a long term consultancy arrangement meaning you can plan a tailored transition out of the sector in a timeframe that works with your retirement plans
- Great experience with online software and helping transition clients over so your portfolio will be in safe hands in the move towards MTD
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180655
Up front budget: £500,000
Current turn over circa: £1,300,000
Cash offer: Up to 1.3x GRF
Established since: 2010
Additional Notes:
- Experineced purchaser with a strong track record demonstrated through their 90%+ retention rates
- Cash available allowing them to move at your pace
- Will eagerly retain staff and can offer clear trajectories for promotion and development within the wider business
- Is specifically looking to take on a premises which will ensure continuity and a smooth transition for all involved
- Qualified team who take pride in providing a personal and tailored service giving you peace of mind your clients will be left in a safe pair of hands
- Expertise in foreign trading and tax
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180269
Up front budget: £800,000
Current turn over circa: £2,000,000
Cash offer: Up to 2x GRF
Established since: 2000
Additional Notes:
- My client is an award winning, experienced firm that is looking to further develop their business through an acquisition, and will pay a premium of up to 2x GRF for payroll practices
- Acquisition experience with 100% retention meaning they can offer you a smooth and stress free exit and will happily offer you the opportunity to stay on in a consultancy role tailored to your strengths and interests
- This firm takes pride in ensuring staff are looked after and offers a range of incentives and support demonstrating the care your team will be given following the purchase
SELLER REQUIREMENTS:
- MUST be a payroll bureau or selling the payroll function of their practice
- Ideally with staff
- Turnover £150,000+
- Established 5+ years
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180625
Up front budget: £600,000
Current turn over circa: £1,500,000
Cash offer: Up to 1.5x GRF
Established since: 2010
Additional Notes:
- My client, a family run practice, has acquired on two occasions with a 90%+ retention rates, demonstrating their understanding of the process to help ensure a smooth and stress free exit for yourself
- Cash available allowing them to move at your pace with the transaction
- Excellent team in place with qualifications including ACA, ICAEW, CIOT and more, demonstrating the depth of knowledge in the firm that will be available to your clients
- My clients is mindful of preserving the legacy of your practice and will therefore happily retain the staff and branding going forward as they have done in the previous acquisitions
- This firm will pay a premium of up to 1.5x GRF with 70% upfront for businesses with some/all of the following:
- Portable into NW London
- Additional growth opportunity especially within consultancy, tax and audit
- Clients already comfortable using online software
- Ideally where principal is happy to offer a warm handover of 12-24months but there is flexibility here
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180637
Up front budget: £150,000
Current turn over circa: £500,000
Cash offer: up to 1.3x GRF
Established since: 2004
Locations: Kent
Additional Notes:
- Prepared to pay up to 1.3x GRF for the right business
- Making strong use of software including Xero and Quickbooks ensuring clients will be in capable hands moving towards MTD
- This firm prides itself on its professional client orientated approach to its services, establishing strong working relationships with their clients in which clients themselves set the terms in which they wish to be engaged.
- The firm boasts a well qualified and experienced team of staff (including ACCA and AAT) and are very open to retaining any staff members going forward
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180615
Up front budget: £700,000
Current turn over circa: £6,000,000
Cash offer: Up to 2x GRF
Established since: 2005
Additional Notes:
- My client comes to the market with a view to acquiring payroll clients and will consider both a payroll bureau or the payroll arm to an accountancy practice, allowing all firms to benefit from the strong premium they'll put forward
- With previous acquisition experience that has yielded 100% retention, this practice has a great understanding of the process to ensure you have a smooth and stress free exit
- This firm benefits from a CIPP qualified team that take pride in offering a tailored service to clients and gives you peace of mind yours will have access to experienced staff going forward
- For accountancy firms who are looking to pass on their payroll work, my client would look to develop a long term relationship that would ensure clients are handed over carefully so they still benefit from a unified service
- They can offer you a flexible exit ranging from a short handover to a longer consultancy role enabling you to craft a bespoke transition to suit your needs
- This practice will eagerly look to retain staff and happily consider an office space where needed so there is little change for your clients
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 178481
Up front budget: £100,000
Current turn over circa: £400,000
Cash offer: up to 1.3x GRF
Established since: 2005
Locations: Kent
Additional Notes:
- Prepared to pay up to 1.3x GRF for the right business
- This firm has acquired before very successfully with retention sitting in excess of 97%
- This firm is chartered, having been established over 15 years with a team of experienced and qualified staff who are well placed to retain clients successfully
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180596
Up front budget: £350,000
Current turn over circa: £1,000,000
Cash offer: Up to 1.35x GRF
Established since: 2000
Additional Notes: My client, a Chartered practice, Registered Auditor and Contractor specialist, with a well-established business of over 20 years, is looking to acquire a practice or block of client fees on flexible terms and is prepared to pay a premium price for the right business.
Having acquired several times this year alone, this firm has the skill, knowledge and experience to exceed the needs and expectations of clients and remove all the hassle, stresses and concerns from the current owner and ensure a smooth, efficient and easy transition of ownership.
Focused on being flexible to the current owner’s needs and behaving impeccably in all acquisitions this firm principal brings an air of calm and practical, well-honed approach to the acquisition of portable client bank acquisitions.
Enjoying between 95-100% client retention post acquisition, this firm has not lost any client due to service, and staff retained from acquisitions have all been very positively impacted and are very happy post acquisition.
Expertly delivering the services clients need through a very competent, qualified infrastructure this acquirer comes highly recommended.
Providing the usual stat accounting, VAT, Payroll, Tax planning, Book keeping with automated bank links, UK property and Rental services, management accounts, and more this firm has the expertise to look after all client needs and requirements.
This is an excellent opportunity to sell your business to a friendly, competent and highly recommended firm who will look after your clients, is MTD ready and will make the whole process as easy and stress free as possible for the current owner.
To find out why this acquirer is so popular contact for further details and to arrange a no obligation and confidential discussion.
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180554
Up front budget: £400,000
Current turn over circa: £6,000,000
Cash offer: Up to 1.3x GRF
Established since: 1990
Additional Notes:
- Excellent track record of acquisitions with retention rates in the 90% range demonstrating their expertise and knowledge of the process
- Will pay a premium of up to 1.3x GRF with 50% upfront for the right business, especially those based in central Cambridge
- Cash available allowing them to move at your pace
- Can offer additional services including tax advice, audit, R&D and more
- Will eagerly retain staff and depending on the appetite for development can offer further training
- Will look to create a bespoke exit to suit your needs, giving you complete flexibility to going forward
For more information please call 01765 698 699 and quote the reference number 180538
Retiring Accountant
Unit 6
Highfield Business Park
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 2RN
01765 698 699
