M&A Analyst

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Greater London, Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy data collection and metering company seeks an M&A Analyst to support their M&A processes, involving financial modelling, deal management, and stakeholder collaboration. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong analytical skills and experience in financial reporting tools. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Annual leave Buy & Sell scheme

Enhanced Salary Sacrifice Pension Contributions

Life Assurance up to 6 X Base Salary

Health care plan (Upgrades available)

Social Events

Retailer Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing Centre

Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with post-qualification experience.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and data analysis.
• Experience with business intelligence tools is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide insights and support for M&A processes.
• Build financial models to assess acquisition targets.
• Collaborate with senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Data Analysis

Reporting Tools

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

CIMA / ACCA / ACA

Tools

Excel

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

IMServ is one of the UK's leading data collection and energy metering experts, delivering award-winning services to more customers in more locations, meeting industry targets, and setting benchmarks for excellence. We offer a range of specialist metering technology for electricity, gas, and water, along with highly accurate energy data collection services. All of this is complemented by an easy-to-view online data management, analysis, and reporting software.

PURPOSE OF ROLE:

1. The M&A Analyst is responsible for providing insights and support to the IMServ M&A processes, covering deal origination, deal pipeline management, valuation and returns calculations, live opportunity execution, and post-acquisition integration activities.
2. This role involves complex financial modelling, including sensitised forecasting, funding structures, and managing data/information flows to support IMServ's M&A strategy and ensure financial objectives are met.
3. The M&A Analyst will work closely with the Corporate Services Director and other senior management and external advisors involved in M&A and corporate financing.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Process Building and continuous improvement: Using technology, including AI/ML, to automate and enhance IMServ's M&A processes.
2. Process Management: Collaborate with the CSD to run, often in parallel, the M&A processes, including coordinating internal and external workstreams.
3. Financial Modelling: Build financial models to assess the sustainable financial performance of acquisition targets, including scenario analysis.
4. Internal (Board) & External stakeholder (Equity & Debt sources) Presentation: Support the CSD in presenting status, risks, mitigation strategies, and recommendations.
5. Business Partnering: Collaborate with Finance, Sales, Marketing, Innovation, and Field teams to share best practices, financial insights, and drive growth and efficiency.
6. Performance Tracking: Develop and monitor KPIs to measure strategy effectiveness and identify improvement areas.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

Knowledge & Qualifications

• A qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA) with post-qualification experience.

Skills

• Proficiency in financial modelling, data analysis, and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, SAP, Oracle).
• Strong understanding of financial statements, KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Experience with business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is an advantage.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting to non-financial stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Business Acumen

• Understanding of commercial operations and decision-making based on financial insights.
• Experience with Private Equity and stakeholder management is highly advantageous.
• Experience in SaaS and energy markets/infrastructure is a plus.

COMPANY BENEFITS:

• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Annual leave Buy & Sell scheme
• Enhanced Salary Sacrifice Pension Contributions
• Life Assurance up to 6 X Base Salary
• Health care plan (Upgrades available)
• Social Events
• Retailer Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing Centre
• Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme

(Length of service & T&Cs apply)

Our people are our main asset. We aim to keep them happy, competitive, and fulfilled, helping propel our business forward and maintain our customer-centric, competitive edge. We are proud to be the UK's leading energy data collection and meter operations provider.

Diversity and inclusion are core to our success. We seek applications from diverse backgrounds, believing that a balanced workforce fosters innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurship.

Note: We reserve the right to close this position before the listed closing date.