Raising Finance Companies in the UK: Guide to Business Funding Advisors
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Acumon Chartered Accountants·15 min read
Securing finance is often one of the biggest milestones a business faces, whether it's funding expansion, supporting day-to-day operations or investing in new opportunities. The UK market offers a wide range of finance advisory firms, lenders and specialist funding providers, each with different areas of expertise and approaches to helping businesses access capital.
This guide highlights a selection of organisations offering raising finance services across the UK. Rather than ranking providers, the aim is to provide practical context about the types of services available, the businesses they typically support, and the role professional advisors can play in preparing for and securing funding. Whether you're an established company exploring growth finance or an entrepreneur planning your next stage of development, understanding the available options can help you make more informed decisions about your funding strategy.
Acumon
Acumon is a UK firm of chartered accountants and advisors providing raising finance services to businesses across the UK.
The firm works with owner-managed businesses, growing companies, corporate groups and UK subsidiaries of international organisations seeking funding to support expansion, acquisitions, working capital or strategic investment. Raising finance services help businesses prepare for funding discussions while presenting robust financial information to lenders and investors.
Acumon provides raising finance services as part of its wider accounting, tax and advisory offering. The firm supports clients with financial forecasting, management accounts, statutory accounts, business planning, financial reporting and strategic advisory, helping businesses strengthen funding applications and improve financial readiness.
Acumon holds a Public Interest Entity (PIE) audit licence, enabling the firm to support organisations subject to enhanced regulatory oversight in the United Kingdom. In addition to its UK statutory audit registration, the firm also maintains audit licences in the Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands (BVI), Jersey and Isle of Man. These licences enable the firm to support organisations operating across multiple jurisdictions.
Businesses raise finance for a variety of reasons, including expansion, acquisitions, capital investment, working capital requirements and business restructuring. Professional advice helps organisations evaluate funding options, prepare financial information and improve their readiness for discussions with lenders and investors.
Acumon works with business owners, directors and finance teams to support funding activities while helping organisations strengthen financial reporting, governance, internal controls and strategic decision-making.
Raising Finance Capabilities
Acumon provides financing services across a wide range of organisational structures and sectors.
These include:
UK companies and corporate groups
owner-managed businesses and growing companies
UK subsidiaries of international groups
businesses seeking debt or equity finance
organisations operating across multiple jurisdictions
companies planning strategic investment or expansion
Raising finance engagements are typically led by experienced professionals with direct involvement throughout the engagement.
Regulatory Licences and Registrations
Acumon holds several audit registrations that enable it to support organisations operating across multiple jurisdictions.
These include:
UK statutory audit registration
Public Interest Entity (PIE) audit licence
Jersey audit licence
Isle of Man audit licence
Cayman Islands audit licence
British Virgin Islands audit licence
These registrations allow the firm to support organisations operating across both the UK and key international financial centres.
Core Services
In addition to raising finance services, Acumon provides a range of accounting, tax and advisory services.
These include:
funding strategy and planning
financial forecasting and business planning
statutory external audit
group and subsidiary audits
Public Interest Entity (PIE) audits
charity and not-for-profit audit
internal audit and governance reviews
risk management and compliance support
Raising finance engagements are often delivered alongside discussions regarding business growth, acquisitions, restructuring, financial reporting and long-term strategic planning.
Many organisations seek professional advice when approaching lenders or investors, reviewing funding options or preparing financial information to support investment decisions.
Acumon works with organisations that are:
planning for growth
expanding into new markets
investing in their business
reviewing funding requirements
restructuring their operations
preparing for future opportunities
Early engagement can help businesses improve financial readiness, strengthen funding proposals and support successful financing outcomes.
Address: 1-2 Craven Road, Ealing, London, W5 2UA, UK
Phone: 020 8567 3451
Parsons
Parsons supports businesses that need funding for growth, acquisitions, management buy-outs and other strategic projects. Their finance raising service covers the full process, from helping clients understand the available funding options to preparing the information lenders and investors need before making a decision. The focus is on making sure businesses are well prepared before approaching the market.
Support continues after funding has been secured, recognising that raising finance is often the beginning of a new stage for a business. Alongside funding advice, they help clients monitor financial performance, manage reporting requirements and plan future financial decisions. Their wider accounting and advisory services allow businesses to keep financial planning, compliance and long-term development connected.
Key Highlights
Support for businesses seeking growth and acquisition funding
Advice on debt, equity and alternative finance options
Assistance with funding strategy and financial planning
Experience working with banks, investors and other finance providers
Guidance throughout negotiations and due diligence
Address: 2 Silkwood Office Park Fryers Way Wakefield WF5 9TJ
Phone: 01924 669 500
Hawsons
Hawsons advise businesses that need funding at different stages of their development, from new ventures looking for start-up finance to established companies planning expansion or management buy-outs. Their approach centres on helping businesses choose funding that fits their objectives while considering cost, timing and the level of financial commitment involved.
Preparation plays an important part in the process. They assist with business plans, financial projections and discussions with lenders or investors, helping businesses present clear financial information when seeking finance. Guidance is also available on different funding routes, allowing clients to compare options before moving forward.
Key Highlights
Finance raising support for start-ups and established businesses
Assistance with funding structure and finance selection
Business plan and financial projection preparation
Connections with banks and finance providers
Support during lender negotiations and due diligence
Kreston Reeves include raising finance as part of their wider corporate finance offering, supporting businesses that need funding for expansion, acquisitions, management buy-outs or other strategic plans. Their approach covers the planning stage as well as discussions with lenders and investors, helping businesses prepare the financial information and supporting documents expected during the funding process.
Funding advice sits alongside related services such as due diligence, valuations and debt strategy, giving clients access to broader financial support throughout a transaction. Businesses seeking finance can also draw on experience in cash flow planning, financial reporting and growth strategy, depending on the type of funding being considered.
Key Highlights
Raising finance within a broader corporate finance service
Support for debt and equity funding
Assistance with funding preparation and negotiations
Experience across acquisitions and management buy-outs
Advice linked with financial planning and growth strategy
Access to valuation and due diligence expertise
Services
Raising finance
Debt funding advice
Financial due diligence
Business and share valuations
Management buy-outs and buy-ins
Cash flow and debt strategy
Capital markets support
Corporate finance advisory
Contact Information
Website: www.krestonreeves.com
Twitter: x.com/KrestonReeves
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/kreston-reeves
Address: 2nd Floor, 168 Shoreditch High Street, London, E1 6RA
Phone: +44 (0)330 124 1399
THP
THP helps businesses prepare for raising finance by focusing on the planning that comes before funding applications. Their guidance looks at business growth strategies, financial planning and the different ways companies can finance expansion, helping business owners understand how each option fits their objectives and level of risk.
Alongside traditional lending, they discuss alternative sources of finance such as invoice finance, asset finance and equity investment. Planning forms a central part of their approach, with attention given to business strategy, cash flow and the information that lenders or investors are likely to review before making funding decisions.
Key Highlights
Support with business finance planning
Guidance on growth funding strategies
Advice on debt and alternative finance
Assistance with business planning before funding applications
Focus on financial preparation and cash flow
Corporate finance support alongside accounting services
Mercer & Hole advise businesses seeking finance at different stages of their development, whether funding is needed for a new venture, business growth or an acquisition. Their finance raising service covers both debt and equity funding, with support that begins by understanding the business's capital requirements and identifying funding structures that suit the proposed plans.
Preparation and negotiation form a significant part of the process. Businesses can receive assistance with financial forecasts, business plans, company valuations and discussions with lenders or investors. Finance raising is supported by wider corporate finance services, allowing funding decisions to be considered alongside transaction advice and financial planning.
Key Highlights
Support with debt and equity finance
Assistance across different stages of the business lifecycle
Guidance on funding structure and capital planning
Connections with banks, investors and alternative funders
Support during negotiations with finance providers
Corporate finance expertise linked to funding projects
Tax Driven Accountants include finance raising among their business support services, helping companies prepare for funding alongside their accounting and tax work. Their information highlights the importance of choosing finance that matches a business's plans, recognising that different stages of growth often call for different funding options.
Finance raising is supported by services that strengthen a business before approaching lenders or investors. Business plans, cash flow projections and management accounts all contribute to presenting a clearer financial picture, giving business owners a stronger foundation when discussing funding requirements.
Key Highlights
Finance raising support for growing businesses
Assistance with business planning before funding applications
Focus on financial preparation and cash flow
Funding advice alongside accounting and taxation services
Support for businesses at different stages of development
PPK Accountants Limited help businesses prepare for raising finance by focusing on planning before funding is sought. Their guidance covers the financial commitments that come with borrowing or investment, encouraging businesses to review cash flow, working capital and future growth plans before approaching lenders.
Different funding routes are considered as part of the planning process, including bank lending, asset finance, government support and equity finance. Advice also extends to business plans, funding strategy and the practical issues that lenders are likely to examine, helping businesses understand what is involved before making long-term financial commitments.
Key Highlights
Guidance on preparing for business finance
Support with funding strategy and business planning
Advice on debt, equity and government-backed finance
Friend & Grant advise businesses that need funding for different stages of growth, whether that means launching a new venture, expanding operations or financing the purchase of another business. Their finance raising service covers both the planning side and the practical steps involved in choosing suitable funding, helping businesses compare available options before making long-term commitments.
Alongside funding advice, they support clients with business plans, acquisition planning and reviewing lending terms. Tax considerations, due diligence and funding applications are included where relevant, allowing businesses to look at finance decisions alongside the wider commercial impact of a transaction.
Key Highlights
Support with business finance for growth and acquisitions
Guidance on debt, equity and government-backed funding
Assistance with business plans and funding applications
Address: Bryant House, Bryant Road Strood, Rochester Kent ME2 3EW
Phone: 01634 731390
Moore Kingston Smith
Moore Kingston Smith focuses on helping businesses secure funding that matches their growth plans and financial requirements. Before approaching lenders or investors, they help clients assess how much capital is needed, how it will be used and which funding route is most appropriate for the business.
The process extends through each stage of a funding transaction, from financial modelling and presenting an investment case to negotiations and due diligence. Raising finance forms part of a wider corporate finance offering, allowing businesses to combine funding advice with strategic support for future growth.
Key Highlights
Support with debt and equity funding
Funding advice linked to business growth plans
Financial modelling for investment decisions
Assistance during negotiations and due diligence
Access to institutional funding sources
Raising finance as part of corporate finance advisory
DSJ Partners advise businesses that are preparing to raise finance for a start-up or business expansion. Their guidance focuses on helping business owners understand the different funding options available, compare borrowing costs and consider the practical points that lenders are likely to review before approving finance.
Planning is a consistent theme throughout their approach. Businesses receive support with business plans, choosing suitable finance sources and understanding security requirements, giving them a clearer structure before approaching banks, investors or other funding providers.
Address: 2nd Floor, 1 Bell Street, London, NW1 5BY
Phone: 020 7616 6900
Kingswood
Kingswood focuses on raising finance for businesses that are planning their next stage of growth. Their corporate finance service combines funding advice with access to investment capital, helping businesses prepare for discussions with potential investors and lenders.
Support does not necessarily end once funding has been arranged. Depending on the needs of the business, they may continue to assist with corporate development and strategic matters as businesses move forward with their growth plans.
Key Highlights
Corporate finance support for business growth
Advice on raising investment capital
Focus on funding strategy and development
Assistance for businesses seeking expansion finance
Streets include raising finance within their wider business advisory services, helping businesses prepare for investment, expansion and other strategic projects. Funding is considered alongside financial forecasting, business planning and performance analysis, giving business owners a broader view of how finance fits into their long-term plans.
Their advisory work covers more than securing funding alone. Businesses can combine finance raising with restructuring, valuations and board-level financial support, making it easier to deal with several connected business decisions through one advisory team.
Key Highlights
Raising finance as part of business advisory
Support for investment readiness
Financial forecasting and planning
Advice linked to business growth and restructuring
Address: Almondsbury Business Centre, Woodlands, Bradley Stoke, Bristol BS32 4QH, UK
Phone: 0117 332 3640
RJF Accounting
RJF Accounting supports businesses looking for finance by helping them identify funding options that fit their objectives and stage of growth. Their approach starts with understanding how the business plans to use the funding before looking at suitable debt, equity or investment opportunities.
Attention is given to preparing the financial information needed for investors and lenders, including financial models and investment proposals. Funding advice is combined with support during negotiations and due diligence so businesses have guidance throughout the transaction.
Arnold Hill & Co advise businesses that need finance for expansion, investment and other growth projects. Their finance raising service begins with understanding the business's funding requirements before identifying suitable sources of capital and preparing the financial information needed to support an application.
Businesses are guided through each stage of the funding process, including financial modelling, business planning, negotiations and due diligence. Raising finance sits within the firm's wider corporate finance services, allowing funding decisions to be considered alongside broader strategic and financial matters.
Address: 6th Floor Capital Tower, 91 Waterloo Road, London,SE1 8RT
Phone: +44 (0) 20 7306 9100
Conclusion
The right raising finance adviser will depend on your business, your funding goals and the type of finance you are looking for. Some firms focus on helping start-ups prepare for investment, while others have more experience supporting established businesses with acquisitions, management buy-outs or larger funding transactions. Looking at the services offered, the firm's corporate finance experience and the level of support available throughout the funding process can help narrow the options.
This guide is intended to provide an overview of raising finance services available in the UK, not to rank providers. Every business has different funding requirements, so taking time to compare advisers, understand their areas of expertise and discuss your plans before making a decision is likely to lead to a better fit for your business.
AC
Written by the Acumon team
Acumon is an ICAEW-registered firm of chartered accountants and registered auditors
based in London, with offices in Pitstone, Aylesbury and Bournemouth. Need advice on
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