I provide financial and operational advice and hands on support to SME companies within the construction, distribution and importing sectors, either part time or on an interim basis. I have over 25 years’ board level experience in finance and operational roles across these sectors. A chartered accountant, organised, robust, able to quickly assess the issue and deliver solutions.T: 07711 767200 Located in the North West.The areas I work in are:MANAGING BUSINESSES THROUGH PERIODS OF CHANGE AND TRANSFORMATIONI have helped businesses to identify, often through improvements to management information, then to manage the key issues that require change, including cost savings, margin improvement, working capital issues, and people and organisational changes. CASH CONTROL AND WORKING CAPITAL MANAGEMENTThe need to manage cash flow and reduce excess working capital arises in many different situations and I have worked with both growing and stressed businesses to manage and solve these problems. CORPORATE TRANSACTIONSManaging transactions including the acquisition and disposal of businesses and complex insolvency arrangements. I have managed the process and ensured delivery of the project on time. FUND RAISING AND REFINANCINGThe process of raising additional funds or just refinancing existing facilities can be complex and time consuming. I have dealt with many lenders in different situations and can ensure that this is successful and as straightforward as possible. MANAGING BUSINESSES THROUGH STRESSED SITUATIONSBusinesses sometimes find themselves in difficult situations as a result of many factors. I have found that there is usually a way through such problems having successfully managed such matters as pressure from lenders and suppliers due to cash flow issues in order to provide time in which to make the necessary changes to resolve the situation.