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Turn Financial Complexity Into Strategic Advantage

We help ambitious UK businesses scale.

Whether you’re preparing for investment, navigating rapid growth, or optimising financial performance, our Big Four-trained CFOs deliver the strategic expertise you need without the full-time cost. 

From £10M startups to £100M+ enterprises, we transform financial challenges into competitive advantages.

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Analysis of business financial reports and marketing strategies. Accounting and Financial Planning
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We Collaborate with High-Growth Start-ups and SMEs

40 %

Average improvement in cash flow visibility

95 %

of Clients secure funding within 12 months

£2.3M +

Average valuation increase

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Comprehensive Financial Leadership for Every Growth Stage

From start-up to scale-up to exit – we provide the strategic financial expertise that ambitious companies need to thrive.

Strategic Financial Consulting

Get C-suite financial expertise without the full-time cost. Our fractional AI ICAEW CFOs provide strategic oversight, board reporting, financial advisory and growth planning for companies ready to scale.

Business Valuation & Financial Modelling

Whether preparing for investment, acquisition, or strategic planning, our detailed business valuations and financial modelling provide the clarity you need to make confident decisions.

Investment & Growth Support

From compelling investor decks to detailed business plans, we help ambitious companies tell their growth story with numbers that inspire confidence and secure funding.

R&D Tax Credits

Unlock the hidden value in your innovation. We navigate the complexities of the R&D tax credit scheme, identifying all qualifying activities and preparing robust claims to maximise your cash benefit and fuel future growth.

Financial Due Diligence

Make investment and acquisition decisions with confidence. Our rigorous financial due diligence provides a clear assessment of a target's financial health, uncovering risks and validating opportunities so you can negotiate better terms and close deals successfully.

Strategic Cost Optimisation

Boost your profitability without sacrificing quality. We perform a deep-dive analysis of your operational costs, supply chain, and overheads to identify significant, sustainable savings. Our focus is on enhancing efficiency and improving margins to free up capital for growth and investment.

Accounting, Reporting & Analytics

Go beyond standard reports and get the financial intelligence you need to make smarter decisions. We deliver timely, bespoke management accounts and KPI dashboards that translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for your leadership team.

Other Services

  • Corporate Tax Planning
  • Exit Planning & Strategy
  • Fundraising
  • Property Tax
  • Grants
  • And more…
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"Fusing the meticulous rigor of a 'Big Four' trained ICAEW Chartered Accountant with the strategic vision of an Investment Banker, we build the investor-grade financial foundation your growth demands."

Kishen Patel

Founder, Consult EFC

Client Success Stories

From Operational Chaos to Investment Ready in 8 Months

“EFC didn’t just fix our numbers – they transformed how we think about financial strategy. The investment we secured was a direct result of their work.” Founder, Telecoms Company based in London

Business Plan

Pitch Deck

Financial Model

A telecoms company was struggling to achieve sustainable growth in a rapidly evolving industry. Key challenges included:

  • Complex Financial Planning
  • Operational Inefficiencies
  • Investor Confidence

We partnered with the telecoms business to deliver:

  • Bespoke Business Plan
  • Scenario-based Financial Modelling
  • Process Improvements

Our team successfully empowered the CEO and CFO with the tools, insights, and strategies they needed to transform our business and obtain investment. 

Month-end Data Analytics and Visualisations

“We cut our month-end close time from 15 days to 3 days – many thanks to the Consult EFC team.” CEO, SME based in Surrey

Analytics

Data Insights

Visualisations

A leading mid-sized enterprise faced persistent obstacles in their month-end close and reporting process. Key challenges included:

  • Lack of Standardisation
  • Manual Data Entry
  • Data Discrepancies
  • Limited Visibility
  • Inconsistent Reporting

We immediately parachuted our team in and delivered:

  • Automated Data Integration
  • Standardised Templates and Workflows
  • Interactive Dashboards
  • Data Validation & Error Trapping
  • Accelerated Month-End Close: Automation and standardisation reduced the close timeline by 40%, freeing finance teams to focus on analysis rather than data wrangling.

  • Improved Data Accuracy: Automated validation and unified data sources significantly decreased reconciliation errors and reporting discrepancies.

  • Real-Time Insights: Leadership gained access to up-to-date dashboards, enabling proactive decision-making and rapid response to emerging issues.

Strategic Financial Modelling Drives 300% Valuation Increase

“EFC helped us achieve a 80% faster month-end close with real-time dashboards.” Co-Founder, Fintech Startup based in the UK

Growth 

Financial Model

Strategic Review

A fast-growing technology company was struggling to chart a clear path for sustainable expansion. The leadership team faced several persistent obstacles:

  • Fragmented & Incomplete Data
  • Unreliable Financial Models
  • Strategic Blind Spots
  • Investor Uncertainty

We delivered a comprehensive Financial Model & Strategic Review, tailored to the client’s business and growth ambitions:

  • Custom-Built Financial Model with KPI tracking
  • Consolidated and cleansing raw data from all data sources
  • Actionable Insights with Actual vs Budget tracking on a monthly basis
  • ARR Snowball Analysis with a deep-dive into Churn 
  • Investor-Ready Narrative with a compelling equity story and Investor Deck
  • Clarity and Confidence: The bespoke financial model provided a single source of truth, eliminating errors and enabling confident, data-driven decision-making.

  • Strategic Focus: The strategic review highlighted where to focus resources for the greatest impact, uncovering new revenue streams and operational efficiencies.

  • Enhanced Investor Appeal: With a clear growth narrative and robust forecasts, the company successfully secured additional funding and strengthened stakeholder trust.

  • Sustainable Growth: EFC’s recommendations empowered the business to streamline operations, reduce costs, and scale effectively – positioning it for long-term success.

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