Sell-Side Advisory

Sell-Side Advisory

Every potential exit situation is unique, and deliberate preparation to get ahead of potential financial and/or tax issues and evaluate tax structures empowers sellers to make informed decisions and enhance after-tax value.

Andersen professionals complement a company’s internal resources to address key sale-related considerations throughout the transaction process. We serve clients that include publicly traded companies, private equity-backed portfolio companies, and private companies.

Our services related to sell-side advisory focus on:

• Delivering three pillars of analysis-quality of earnings, working capital and debt and debt like financial analysis.
• Identification of alternatives to enhance purchase price through delivery of favorable tax attributes.
• Analysis related to pre-sale recapitalizations and restructurings.
• Assisting management teams and their investment banking advisors.
• Identification of hidden tax exposures and refund opportunities.
• Implementation of mitigation strategies for existing tax uncertainties.
• Consideration of tax deferral opportunities and tax rate planning.
• Providing integrated transaction support (definitive agreement review, closing mechanics, integration planning).
• Ongoing tax, estate and financial planning for owners & executives.