Allevi8HQ · Strategic
Know Exactly What You're Buying.
Independent financial due diligence for Australian SME transactions. We verify the numbers, review compliance, identify risks and give you the confidence to proceed — or the clarity to walk away.
Allevi8HQ · Strategic
Know Exactly What You're Buying.
Independent financial due diligence for Australian SME transactions. We verify the numbers, review compliance, identify risks and give you the confidence to proceed — or the clarity to walk away.
The Problem We Solve
Most buyers rely on vendor-provided numbers. That's the risk.
Vendors present their business in the best possible light. That’s not dishonesty — it’s how transactions work. Your job as a buyer is to verify the claims independently, understand what’s really driving the numbers, and identify the risks before you’re legally committed to the deal.
Allevi8HQ’s due diligence service is purpose-built for Australian SME transactions up to $20M AUD. We cover every major workstream a buyer needs — financial, compliance, operational — and deliver a professional databook and executive report you can rely on.
Why this matters
“Independent financial due diligence for Australian SME transactions. We verify the numbers, review compliance, identify risks and give you the confidence to proceed — or the clarity to walk away.”
Jag Olak · CA, MBA, ARITA · 20+ Years
What’s Included
What our due diligence engagement covers
Financial statements review & normalisation
We review 3 years of financial statements, strip out owner-specific adjustments and present a normalised EBITDA that reflects what the business actually earns under new ownership.
Revenue quality and sustainability analysis
We assess the quality of revenue — recurring vs one-off, customer concentration, contract terms — to understand how sustainable the reported earnings really are.
Working capital and cashflow analysis
We establish a normal working capital position and identify any manipulation of the balance sheet ahead of the sale date.
ATO, ASIC & Fair Work compliance review
We check the ATO position, ASIC lodgement history, and Fair Work compliance — including SGC, STP and award obligations — to identify any hidden tax or employment liability.
RAG-scored risk register
Every identified risk rated Red / Amber / Green, with deal implications and recommended responses — conditions, price adjustments or deal-breakers clearly flagged.
DD databook & executive presentation
13-sheet Excel databook covering all workstreams, plus a 14-slide executive presentation with KPIs, risk heat map and key findings — ready for your advisors, board or investors.
Considering buying a business?
Book a free 30-minute strategy call with Jag. No jargon, no obligation.
Common Questions
Questions we get asked most.
What size transactions do you cover?
We work on Australian SME transactions up to $20M AUD. This covers the majority of owner-operated business sales where independent DD advice makes the biggest difference relative to cost.
How long does due diligence take?
Typically 2–4 weeks depending on the complexity of the business and the completeness of information provided by the vendor. We can work to tighter timelines if the transaction requires it.
Do I need a lawyer as well?
Yes — DD has financial, legal and operational components. We cover the financial and compliance workstreams; you’ll also need a commercial solicitor to review the sale agreement, warranties and legal structure.
What if the vendor won't provide information?
A vendor unwilling to provide reasonable due diligence information is itself a red flag we document. We work with what’s available and clearly flag gaps in our risk register.
Ready to get started?
Considering buying a business?
Book a free 30-minute strategy call with Jag Olak — CA, MBA, ARITA certified,
20+ years advising Australian SMEs.
No obligation · Brisbane & Remote Australia-wide