Corporate Reviews
Independent financial insight to support critical business decisions
At Friel Stafford, we conduct detailed corporate reviews to provide lenders, investors, boards, and business owners with an objective and informed view of a company’s financial health, operational performance, and strategic viability.
Whether triggered by financial underperformance, a change in funding arrangements, or concerns about long-term sustainability, our reviews support better decision-making and risk management.
Our team brings decades of experience in assessing distressed, underperforming and high-growth businesses across a wide range of sectors. Our reviews are independent, commercially focused, and trusted by financial institutions and professional advisers across Ireland.
When is a corporate review needed?
A corporate review may be required in situations such as:
- Breach of banking covenants or lending conditions
- Rapid deterioration in cash flow or profitability
- Refinancing or restructuring negotiations
- Shareholder or board-level concerns
- New investment or debt proposals
- Mergers, acquisitions or business exits
- Regulatory or strategic change
We tailor the scope of each review to the needs of the commissioning party — whether that’s a lender seeking reassurance, a board seeking clarity, or an investor looking to protect their position.
What Our Corporate Reviews Assess
Financial stability and solvency
Assessment of profitability, liquidity and balance sheet strength
Cash flow forecasting
Analysis of current and projected working capital and funding requirements
Business model and cost base
Evaluation of the sustainability of operations and overheads
Banking and creditor relationships
Review of debt structure, repayment ability and exposure
Stakeholder risk
Assessment of the implications for funders, investors and other key parties
Operational and governance issues
Identification of any structural or compliance-related weaknesses
Turnaround or restructuring potential
Recommendations for actions to stabilise, reposition or wind down
Our Approach
We work collaboratively and discreetly with key stakeholders — including business owners, funders, legal advisors, and management teams. Each review results in a clear, concise report that provides practical insight and supports immediate action or long-term strategic planning.
Depending on the context, we can deliver:
- Full-scope Independent Business Reviews (IBRs)
- Targeted short-form reports (e.g. for covenant checks or refinancing support)
- Pre-lending due diligence for banks and investors
- Integrated follow-on support for restructuring or turnaround where needed
Friel Stafford
Why Choose Us?
Experience You Can Rely On
- 25+ years’ experience working with Irish businesses and funders
- Trusted by all major Irish banks, alternative lenders, and legal firms
- Deep understanding of the commercial pressures facing SMEs and corporates
- Fast turnaround and flexible reporting options
- Fully independent and conflict-free
Need clarity before you commit?
Whether you’re a funder assessing exposure or a business preparing for change, our independent reviews provide the insight you need to move forward with confidence.
Speak to our advisory team for a confidential consultation.
CONTACT US TODAY
+353 1 661 4066