Due Diligence Associate Director

RSM; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM UK is seeking an experienced Due Diligence Associate Director to lead financial due diligence on transactions. This role includes managing teams, conducting analyses, and engaging directly with clients. Ideal candidates will be ACA qualified with a track record in the TMT sector, possessing strong critical thinking and communication skills.

Benefits

Study support

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

27 days holiday

Wellbeing benefits

Access to professional development courses

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA or equivalent).
• Experience in transaction services.
• Strong experience with TMT sector deals.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement processes and report to partners.
• Manage fieldwork teams.
• Conduct financial analysis for due diligence reports.

Skills

Financial analysis

Team management

Client communication

Commercial awareness

Critical thinking

Education

Chartered Accountant (ACA or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description:

We are searching for an experienced Due Diligence Associate Director to make an impact at RSM UK.

About RSM UK:

Consulting at RSM UK brings together multiple teams across Transactions, Risk & Consulting, ABA, and Outsourcing to provide client-centric solutions within the middle market. Our Consulting team has over 1,700 professionals generating nearly £200m revenue.

Our core solutions include business transformation, deal services, finance support, risk and governance, forensic services, and restructuring, all tailored to support our clients' strategic goals and empower our team members.

Role Overview:

This role involves executing financial due diligence on buy-side and sell-side transactions and supporting new business development within our growing Due Diligence team. The Transaction Services team is highly regarded in the market, specializing in advising on transactions typically valued between £20m and £500m.

You will lead the execution of financial due diligence projects, manage teams, and contribute to the growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Leading engagement processes and reporting directly to partners.
2. Managing fieldwork teams.
3. Conducting financial analysis of target businesses for due diligence reports.
4. Communicating with clients, target companies, and advisors during transactions.
5. Developing industry, channel, and economic expertise.

Candidate Profile:

We seek individuals who thrive on variety, enjoy learning, and are passionate about improving processes. Our ideal candidate:

1. Is a qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA or equivalent).
2. Has experience in transaction services.
3. Has strong experience with TMT sector deals and wishes to focus on this sector.
4. Has prior experience in producing high-quality due diligence reports.
5. Is genuinely interested in understanding business operations.
6. Possesses a good understanding of deal mechanics.
7. Displays accuracy, diligence, and integrity.
8. Is commercially minded and a critical thinker.
9. Can build relationships internally and externally and works well in teams.

What We Offer:

Our benefits include:

• Study support
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• 27 days holiday, with options to purchase additional days
• Wellbeing benefits, including financial tools, electric car schemes, and virtual GP access
• Access to over 300 courses on demand for professional development

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