Transaction Services Associate Director

Kreston Reeves; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Health Cash Plan

Income Protection

Perks at Work discounts

Hybrid working

Job summary

Kreston Reeves in London is seeking a Transaction Services Associate Director to join our Advisory team on a full-time permanent basis. You will support the delivery of Corporate Finance assignments, supervise junior staff, and ensure client work meets budgetary and quality standards.

The role requires ACA qualification, several years in Transaction Services, and strong financial modelling, with opportunities for progression and cross-border projects across UK and international clients.

Qualifications

• ACA qualification or equivalent.
• Several years of experience within Transaction Services.
• Experience of managing a team on ongoing multiple projects.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Good commercial awareness and well-organised approach.
• Financial modelling—clear understanding of financial models and their context and impact.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of Corporate Finance assignments, working under supervision and ensuring appropriate Director/Partner involvement and sign-off.
• Review and maintain core financial datapacks, reports and other client-facing documentation.
• Monitor project progress, manage junior team members, and maintain clear communication with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure client work is delivered within budget and in line with agreed service line standards.
• Act as a point of contact on assigned workstreams and attend internal and external business development events.

Skills

ACA qualified

Team management

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Commercial minded

Education

ACA / Chartered Accountant

Job description

Description

We are currently seeking a Transaction Services Associate Director to join our London office on a full-time permanent basis.

Department:

Advisory

Location:

London

Description

We are currently seeking a Transaction Services Associate Director to join our London office on a full-time permanent basis.

Kreston Reeves Corporate Finance specialises in providing transaction and lead advisory services to privately owned, owner managed and small/mid-market cap listed companies. Transaction values are typically in the £1 million to £50 million range and include both domestic and cross border projects.

The Transaction Services team acts for businesses across all sectors, assisting on a range of transactions including buy side advisory, financial due diligence on pre-acquisition / vendor / pre-lend / private equity transactions, completion reviews and undertakes reporting accountant roles on listings.

About the role

• Support the delivery of Corporate Finance assignments, working under supervision and ensuring appropriate Director/Partner involvement and sign-off
• Review and maintain core financial datapacks, reports and other client-facing documentation
• Monitor project progress, manage junior team members, and maintain clear communication with clients and internal stakeholders
• Ensure client work is delivered within budget and in line with agreed service line standards
• Act as a point of contact on assigned workstreams and attend internal and external business development events

What we're looking for

• The ideal candidate will be ACA qualified or equivalent
• Several years of relevant experience within Transaction Services
• Experience of managing a team on ongoing multiple projects
• Analytical skills and attention to detail
• Good commercial and well organised approach
• Financial Modelling - clear understanding of financial models and their context and impact

What we can offer

• Financial wellbeing – competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, Income Protection Scheme and Perks at Work discounts and rewards.
• Leave – 27.5 days plus bank holidays, holiday buying Mental wellbeing – hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home) and flexible working policies, Employee Assistance Programme and counselling
• Physical wellbeing –Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and an annual flu jab.
• Recognition – monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
• Development – we offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business, as well as access to internal and external training courses
• Diversity, inclusion and belonging – we operate several family-friendly policies and take proactive steps to create an inclusive environment
• ESG – give as you earn, 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities. Opportunities to support our commitment to charitable causes
• Travel – other optional benefits include: cycle to work scheme, interest-free season ticket loan (London only), interest-free car/motorbike loan

At Kreston Reeves, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. We understand that everyone has unique needs, and we strive to accommodate them through reasonable adjustments. Whether it's adapting work environments, providing assistive technologies, or modifying processes, we are dedicated to supporting our employees in realising their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in our recruitment process or thrive in your role, please don't hesitate to reach out by emailing [e-mail]. Please remember, you only need to share what you are comfortable to for us to support your request. Your success is important to us, and we're here to ensure a supportive and inclusive experience for all.