Finance Manager - M&A

Robert Walters UK; Cheadle; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing business in finance, located in Cheadle, is seeking an experienced Finance Manager with M&A exposure. This hybrid role involves leading financial due diligence, building financial models, and supporting deal execution. Ideal candidates will possess ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications and strong analytical skills. Competitive salary of up to £60,000 is offered, alongside opportunities for personal growth in corporate activity.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £60,000

Immediate start with hybrid working

Opportunity to play a key role in exciting corporate activity

Qualifications

• Proven M&A exposure is required.
• Previous experience in M&A, either in-house or from a corporate finance/advisory background.

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.

Skills

Strong technical finance and analytical skills

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Ability to manage projects and deadlines with minimal supervision

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Job description

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.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

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