Specialized Private Equity Consulting

We understand the needs of private equity firms, and we know that you require more than just analyses and models. You need access, momentum, and reliable delivery. You need an advisor who understands the reality of owner-managers, while also recognizing your demands for governance, transparency, and pace. At BDO, we combine networks, business insight, and specialist expertise in a way that gives you a real competitive edge. That’s why we’re not just an external advisor. We are your operational sparring partner, taking ownership and delivering solutions all the way from identification to realization.

We have direct access to all of SME Denmark – especially the upper segment

Our position in the market gives us daily access to hundreds of companies across Denmark. We work closely with owner-managers and boards in the upper segment of the SME sector and have a unique local presence through our 35 offices. This means we are often among the first to hear about considerations regarding sales or capital injections. Because we are present, neutral, and already have the relationship, we are often brought into the dialogue long before others. This gives you a competitive advantage in the form of early access, fewer players, and the opportunity to influence the process from the very beginning.

We guide sales processes safely to completion while maintaining strong relationships along the way

We see it as one of our most important tasks to ensure that collaboration after a potential acquisition begins with mutual trust and understanding between the new and former ownership. Many processes stall because the owner-manager feels overwhelmed or doesn’t understand the fund’s intentions. In these cases, we act as the neutral, trusted partner who brings calm and momentum. We lead the process with a steady hand, translating both language and intentions between buyer and seller. We ensure that both parties experience a safe and professional process – with respect for the company’s culture and the owner’s identity.

We bring the full strength of BDO together behind a single point of contact

– giving you fast access to relevant expertise and advice that creates real value.

With us, you get a single point of entry, but the full strength of the firm behind you. We assemble the right team for your needs, across M&A, Tax, ESG, IT, risk, operational outsourcing, and more. Your dedicated contact ensures progress, quality, and clear communication.

You don’t need to spend time finding the right people—just share your challenge, and we’ll take care of the rest. That means faster responses, better solutions, and fewer coordination errors. You get one unified delivery, not a puzzle of specialists.

We understand both parties

– we see it as one of our key responsibilities to ensure strong collaboration between the private equity firm and the portfolio companies.

We work closely with both funds and companies and have insight into their respective perspectives. This allows us to build bridges and ensure that the collaboration starts well—and continues to develop positively. We translate needs, eliminate misunderstandings, and ensure that both the fund and the company feel heard and supported.

This helps the integration process run more smoothly, ensures expectations are communicated clearly, and turns the ownership transition from a potential barrier into a driver of progress and performance.

BDO’s Private Equity team provides advisory services before, during, and after the transaction

Finansiel due diligence.

Tax due diligence and structuring

ESG due diligence and compliance review

IT and cyber due diligence as well as system mapping

Identification of synergies and areas for improvement

Analysis of EBITDA normalization, CAPEX, and working capital levels

Post-deal integration planning and implementation support

Interim CFO support and reporting structure

Assistance with recruitment for finance functions

Add-on sourcing and screening (ongoing or strategic)

Performance tracking and KPI management across the portfolio

Exit readiness and preparation for sale