Finance Manager

Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Finance Manager to join our team in St Albans . This role is pivotal in driving the financial success of the business, with a strong focus on supporting acquisitions and strategic projects.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in financial management, project evaluation, and M&A activities, coupled with excellent analytical and leadership skills. As the Finance Manager, you will report directly to the Group Financial Controller , playing a key role in shaping the company's growth strategy by providing financial insights, due diligence expertise, and project support.

This position is particularly well-suited for candidates who have trained in practice , ideally as an ACA-qualified accountant , and are now looking to leverage their technical expertise in a commercial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Acquisitions & Mergers: Lead financial due diligence for potential acquisitions, including evaluating target companies' financial health, risks, and opportunities. Develop detailed financial models to assess acquisition targets' valuation, ROI, and integration costs.

Collaborate with external advisors (e.g., legal, tax consultants) to ensure smooth execution of M&A transactions. Provide post-acquisition support, including integration planning, performance tracking, and synergy realization.

Strategic Projects: Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate the financial feasibility of new business initiatives or capital investment projects. Prepare robust business cases for strategic projects, including cost-benefit analysis, risk assessment, and funding requirements.

Monitor ongoing projects to ensure they remain within budget and deliver expected outcomes. Identify opportunities for process improvements or cost efficiencies within existing operations. Financial Management & Reporting: Provide regular updates to senior management on the financial performance of acquisitions and key projects.

Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal policies during all phases of acquisitions or project execution. Support cash flow management related to acquisition financing or project funding. Qualifications & Experience:

Essential

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. Professional qualification such as ACA (preferred), ACCA, or CIMA. Trained in a reputable accountancy practice (Big 4 or mid-tier preferred), with experience transitioning into industry roles.

Proven experience (5+ years) in a finance management role with exposure to mergers & acquisitions (M&A), corporate finance, or investment analysis. Strong financial modeling skills with the ability to analyze complex data sets and present actionable insights.

Demonstrated experience managing large-scale projects or investments from inception through completion. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

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