Strategic Finance Manager (PPA)
Posted 1 week ago by Project People on Linkedin
Negotiable
Inside
Undetermined
Reading, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Strategic Finance Manager (PPA) role is a day rate contract focused on Purchase Price Allocations, requiring expertise in M&A driven reporting and stakeholder management. The position demands coordination with CFO and external advisors to ensure timely financial reporting for strategic projects. Candidates should possess strong technical knowledge, excellent presentation and negotiation skills, and a proven track record in managing external parties and audits. The contract is set to begin in mid-June 2025 and conclude at the end of October 2025.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support line manager and stakeholders in providing accurate financial reporting for strategic projects.
- Project management of multiple workstreams related to financial reporting.
- Coordinate with CFO and external advisors for timely financial reporting.
- Challenge external advisors to enhance efficiency and minimize costs.
- Develop and execute team efficiencies, process improvements, and reporting automation.
- Ensure high-quality information meets internal and external audit requirements.
Key Skills:
- Qualified Accountant with experience in external audits and valuations.
- Experience in fast-paced and dynamic environments.
- Strong understanding of M&A driven reporting and PPA requirements.
- Exceptional interpersonal, networking, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Proactive approach with credible outcomes in M&A project work.
- Extensive background in financial reporting, audit, accounting, and financial modeling.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Reading
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Finance