Manager- Transaction Services & Corporate Finance

Warner Scott Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Clear progression opportunities

Job summary

A boutique advisory firm is seeking a Manager in Transaction Services & Corporate Finance. The role focuses on Financial Due Diligence for private equity and corporate clients while offering exposure to broader Corporate Finance activities. Candidates should be ACA/ACCA qualified with 2-5 years of relevant experience. The firm promotes a collaborative culture and provides competitive compensation with flexible working arrangements. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated professionals to develop their careers.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in Transaction Services or FDD.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Solid understanding of deal processes and private equity transactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial due diligence engagements for clients.
• Analyse financial statements to identify key deal issues.
• Prepare client deliverables, including FDD reports.
• Collaborate with clients and advisors on transaction matters.
• Assist in broader Corporate Finance projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Commercial mindset

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

Job description

Manager- Transaction Services & Corporate Finance

About the Firm

Our client is a boutique advisory firm led by an experienced leadership team from Big 4 backgrounds. Their focus is on delivering high-quality Transaction Services (FDD) and Corporate Finance solutions to mid-market clients, private equity, and entrepreneurial businesses. The firm offers a dynamic, collaborative environment with direct access to senior leadership and opportunities to broaden your skillset.

Role Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to join our growing Transaction Services team. While the primary focus will be on Financial Due Diligence (FDD) for buy-side and sell-side transactions, the role provides scope to gain exposure to wider Corporate Finance activities, including valuations, M&A advisory, and strategic projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support financial due diligence engagements for private equity and corporate clients.
• Analyse financial statements, working capital, and cash flow trends to identify key deal issues.
• Prepare high-quality client deliverables, including detailed FDD reports and executive summaries.
• Collaborate with clients and other advisors to resolve complex transaction-related matters.
• Assist in broader Corporate Finance projects, such as:
• Strategic financial reviews
• Contribute to business development initiatives, including proposal writing and client presentations.
• Mentor junior team members and foster a culture of excellence.

Requirements

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with strong technical accounting knowledge.
• 2–5 years of experience in Transaction Services / FDD (Big 4 or mid-tier experience preferred).
• Solid understanding of deal processes and private equity transactions.
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills with attention to detail.
• Commercial mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

What We Offer

• Exposure to end-to-end deal processes and broader Corporate Finance workstreams.
• Direct interaction with senior leadership and clients.
• A supportive, collaborative culture with clear progression opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexible working arrangements.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting