Partner
Rahul Goyal
T:
+61 430 348 500
M:
Sydney
With 24 years of industry experience, Rahul has earned a reputation as a trusted advisor, thanks to his adept execution of meticulously planned strategies and swift decision-making during high-stress situations. Rahul has a proven track record of successfully taking control of distressed businesses and guiding them through sales or restructuring.
Throughout his career, Rahul has held pivotal roles at reputable firms such as KordaMentha, where he served as a partner for nine years, Deloitte, where he worked as a Director for four years, and BDO (formerly PKF) for a decade, contributing to his diverse expertise. His professional journey included stints in both London and Scotland.
Rahul's clients turn to him for his valuable input and assistance in resolving stress-inducing issues. He has earned a reputation for collaborating with his stakeholders to alleviate pressures while safeguarding their reputations. Regardless of the engagement's scale, Rahul is dedicated to ensuring the output aligns with the high standards he is known for.
Administration of Australia’s leading swimwear business with operations in Australia, the USA, Singapore, and Europe. Appointed at the request of L'Catteron, the Administrators successfully restructured the business and operations, which included the acquisition of Jets, a major competitor to Seafolly.
Administration of an Australian founded monogrammed leather goods business, with a strong online brand following. The Administrators restarted the business through renegotiations with suppliers and staff, allowing time to conduct a competitive sale process. The company was successfully sold with all employees transferred to the purchaser.
Administration of Australia’s first dedicated facility that removed contaminants from soil. With approval from the EPA (Victoria), the business was successfully sold by the Administrators to an existing shareholder, supported by a Hong Kong hedge fund.
Court Appointed Liquidation. Operating limestone, dolomite, talc and feldspar quarries. The core business was successfully sold as a going concern, with surplus real property assets sold down resulting in substantial distributions to shareholders.
Administration of a group of companies involved in importing, blending, wholesaling, and retailing liquor in Australia. Appointed as replacement Administrators the request of the ATO. The assets of the group, across real estate, liquor and intellectual property, were realised for the benefit of creditors, along with liquidator recovery actions being successful pursued.
Liquidation of a large construction company. Appointed as replacement Liquidator to continue litigation against the directors for insolvent trading and breaches of duty at the request of the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. Successful judgment against various parties led to significant recoveries.
Appointed Advisor by a lender to fix the operations and financial function of the business. Turnover $80m, secured debt $45m. The business is now stabilised after 12 months of rebuilding operational and finance functions.
