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      Tailored asset based lending
      (ABL) from industry experts


      Flexible funding for UK businesses, secured against invoices, stock
      and assets.

      We support established businesses with £5m+ turnover across
      industries including manufacturing, recruitment, engineering,
      food and drink, print, packaging and services.




      Why choose Close Brothers Invoice Finance?

      

      Product options

      From asset based lending, to invoice finance, invoice factoring and invoice discounting, our flexible funding solutions help improve cash flow by unlocking capital tied up in unpaid invoices.

      Finance experts

      With decades of asset based lending expertise, we help businesses thrive. We have been named Best Asset Based Lender by Business Moneyfacts for 12 consecutive years.

      Leading software

      Our IDeal™ platform gives you secure, real‑time access to cash 24/7, seamlessly integrating with your accounting software and supported by the long‑standing expertise of the Close Brothers.

      Tailored finance

      Each facility is structured to grow with your turnover and changing cash flow needs, providing a confidential and adaptable alternative to traditional business finance.



       

      What our customers say

      We were anxious about switching after 15 years, but the Close team guided us seamlessly, answered every question, and proved to be genuinely down‑to‑earth and approachable individuals.
      Long standing relationship has helped our business to grow. Account manager is readily available to support us. Good response from credit control team when any issues arise. Factoring and discount charges represent good value for money.
      Close Brothers Invoice Finance are breath of fresh air; the transfer has been smooth and there is a real willingness to help, which is in part to the strong preparation and relationship built pre commencement. Both client managers have been excellent and very pro-active since commencement.
      We have found Close Brothers extremely helpful throughout 2025. During the year we encountered cash flow issues and bottlenecks which we were able to discuss with Close Brothers and immediately we were supported in our requirements.
      Close Brothers have been with us from day one and they have always made an effort to understand the company and wanted to see us succeed. I have never felt the need to look elsewhere for funding.

       



      Asset based lending (ABL) benefits:

       


      Unlock more working capital


      ABL lets you secure funding against multiple business assets, unlocking more capital than invoice finance alone and providing extra headroom for growth and investment.



       


      Greater financial flexibility


      ABL is a flexible alternative to traditional loans and overdrafts, structured around your assets rather than fixed limits. It is ideal for managing seasonality, acquisitions, or periods of change and restructuring.


      Funding that grows your business


      With funding linked to asset values, ABL scales as your business grows, continuing to support changing cash flow needs, expansion and long‑term funding requirements.


      Top-up cash flow finance


      In some cases, additional cash‑flow funding may be available alongside asset‑based facilities, where strong historic and forecast cash generation can be demonstrated, helping manage short‑term fluctuations or opportunities.



       


      Supports strategic transactions


      This funding supports acquisitions, ownership changes, restructures or contract mobilisation, using existing assets to protect day‑to‑day cash flow for established businesses undergoing change.





      Designed for your business


      ABL facilities are tailored to your business, with funding structured around your assets to support both short‑term working capital needs and long‑term growth plans.

      



      

       

      Find out how we can
      help your business

      Client success stories

      A tailored funding package to support specialist manufacturer’s expansion

      CASE STUDIES
      21 Jul 2026

      Supporting a strategic acquisition with asset based lending

      CASE STUDIES
      21 Jul 2026

      Helping a steel business transition to new ownership with invoice finance

      CASE STUDIES
      02 Jun 2026

      Supporting long-term planning with confidential invoice discounting

      CASE STUDIES
      13 May 2026

      How GMS Group keeps cash flow moving as it grows

      CASE STUDIES
      23 Apr 2026

      Sales Sprint Global accelerates with invoice factoring

      CASE STUDIES
      07 Apr 2026



       



       





      Case study:

      Recruitment firm uses ABL to fund Management buy-out (MBO)


      The business had three main requirements for the funding:


      1. To refinance their existing invoice finance facility with another provider
      2. To enable members of the c-suite acquire stakes in the business and allow others to exit
      3. To provide an ongoing working capital facility after the transaction has taken place.


      Our funding experts identified asset‑based lending as a suitable solution, releasing capital from assets such as receivables, stock and machinery. Combined with a cash flow loan, this provided an immediate cash injection to support both short and long‑term objectives.


      An invoice discounting facility was structured alongside a cash flow loan, enabling upcoming transactions to be completed without disrupting day‑to‑day operations. In total, £9.2 million was advanced, including over £1 million in cash flow funding.




       

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      Our step-by-step process


      Fill out our short form

      To find out how we can support you and your business, please complete our form.
      It only takes a few minutes.

      Speak with our finance experts

      Our dedicated finance specialists will contact you to discuss your needs and provide more information about our products and services.

      Receive a tailor-made finance plan

      We will develop a flexible repayment plan matching your payment schedule with your seasonal income.


       






      Business Moneyfacts award winners


      Close Brothers Invoice Finance has been named Best Asset Based Lender and Best Service from an Invoice Finance Provider at the Business Moneyfacts Awards 2026. The Business Moneyfacts Awards are recognised industry-wide and celebrate excellence across the business and finance sector. The awards acknowledge the outstanding service and products we offer to our invoice discounting, factoring and asset-based lending clients.




       




       





       

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