Finance Manager - M&A

Finance Manager - M&A

Posted 1 week ago by 1753285399

Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Cheadle

Summary: The Finance Manager role focuses on M&A activities within a growing business in Cheadle, requiring an experienced professional with a strong background in financial due diligence and stakeholder engagement. The position demands a proactive individual who thrives in fast-paced environments and is adept at managing multiple M&A workstreams. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in deal structuring, negotiation, and post-merger integration. An immediate start is available for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead/support on financial due diligence, identifying key risks and opportunities
  • Build and review financial models to support valuations and synergy analysis
  • Assist with structuring, negotiation, and execution of deals
  • Contribute to post-merger integration planning and execution across finance
  • Partner with senior leadership, legal, and external advisors throughout transactions
  • Manage multiple M&A workstreams simultaneously
  • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations during all stages of the deal

Key Skills:

  • ACA/ACCA/CIMA
  • Strong technical finance and analytical skills
  • Previous experience in M&A—either in-house or from a corporate finance/advisory background
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Ability to manage projects and deadlines with minimal supervision

Salary (Rate): £60,000 yearly

City: Cheadle

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Finance

Detailed Description From Employer:

Finance Manager – M&A Focus
Location: Cheadle (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £60,000
Start Date: Immediate

We’re working with a growing business in Cheadle who are looking for an experienced Finance Manager with proven M&A exposure to join their team. This role will suit someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys the variety that comes with deal activity, integration work, and senior stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead/support on financial due diligence, identifying key risks and opportunities

  • Build and review financial models to support valuations and synergy analysis

  • Assist with structuring, negotiation, and execution of deals

  • Contribute to post-merger integration planning and execution across finance

  • Partner with senior leadership, legal, and external advisors throughout transactions

  • Manage multiple M&A workstreams simultaneously

  • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations during all stages of the deal

Skills & Experience Required:

  • ACA/ACCA/CIMA

  • Strong technical finance and analytical skills

  • Previous experience in M&A—either in-house or from a corporate finance/advisory background

  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

  • Ability to manage projects and deadlines with minimal supervision

What’s on Offer:

  • Competitive salary up to £60,000

  • Immediate start with hybrid working

  • Opportunity to play a key role in exciting corporate activity

If you’re a commercially focused finance professional looking to take ownership of high-impact M&A projects, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or reach out directly for more information.

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