Due Diligence Associate Director

RSM UK; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Reading is seeking an Associate Director to join their Due Diligence team. You will lead financial due diligence assignments on both buy-side and sell-side transactions, overseeing project execution and contributing to business growth. The ideal candidate is a qualified Chartered Accountant with experience in transaction services, demonstrating strong analytical skills and a client-focused approach. This role offers hybrid working options and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid and Flexible working

27 Days Holiday

Lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Experience working in Transactions services.
• Strong understanding of deal mechanics.
• Displays high level of accuracy, diligence, and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Leading engagements processes reporting directly to the partner.
• Leading fieldwork teams.
• Liaising with clients during execution of transactions.

Skills

Financial analysis

Due diligence report writing

Client relationship management

Critical thinking

Education

Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA or equivalent)

Job description

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle‑market businesses thrive. We are a fast‑growing firm with big ambitions – we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

At RSM, our consulting team brings together diverse advisory experts to deliver our six core solutions: business transformation, forensic, deal services, restructuring, finance function support, and risk and governance.

Our solutions are designed to address the unique needs, challenges, and opportunities our clients face as they strive to achieve their aspirations and organisational goals. Whether it’s supporting global expansion, developing acquisition strategies, facilitating private equity investments, or collaborating with boards to manage risk and governance, our consulting experts work as one cohesive team.

We prioritise simplicity, providing data‑driven insights, value‑added assurance, and high‑quality execution to empower our clients in building sustainable, future‑fit businesses.

It’s an exciting time to join our consulting team, as we embark on ambitious growth plans that promise to create diverse career opportunities. We are committed to enhancing our six solutions, expanding and developing our team of expert consultants, embracing a digital‑first approach, strengthening our global presence, and building strong client relationships.

We are looking for an ambitious Associate Director to join our growing Due Diligence team. Our new colleague will assist in the execution of financial due diligence assignments on both buy‑side and sell‑side transactions and support the team in new business generation.

Our Transaction Services team is an award‑winning team and highly regarded in the market place. The team specialises in financial due diligence, advising clients on business acquisitions and investments. Deal values are typically in the £20m to £500m range.

This role provides an opportunity for you to join the fast moving world of Corporate Finance and Transaction Services. Working alongside a team of other professionals where you will play an integral role in leading the execution of financial due diligence projects, on both buyside and sell side transactions, as well as contributing to the continued successful growth of the business.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Leading engagements processes reporting directly to the partner.
• Leading fieldwork teams.
• Directing financial analysis on target businesses for inclusion in due diligence reports.
• Liaising with clients, target businesses and other professional advisors during execution of transactions.
• Developing Industry, Channel and Economic expertise.

What we are looking for:

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you!

We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA or equivalent).
• Experience working in Transactions services.
• Prior Experience in writing high‑quality, value add due diligence reports.
• Genuine interest in, and enthusiasm for, understanding how businesses operate and what makes them tick.
• A strong understanding of deal mechanics.
• Displays high level of accuracy, diligence and integrity.
• Commercially minded and a critical thinker.
• Able to form relationships with wide range of people internally and externally, as well as being a strong team player.

What we can offer you:

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• Hybrid and Flexible working
• 27 Days Holiday with the option of purchasing additional days
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team.

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Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That’s why we’re working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.