Chief Financial Strategist

4 days ago


Belfast, United Kingdom Abacus Professional Recruitment Full time
Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and talented Corporate Finance professional to join our team at Abacus Professional Recruitment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the continued success of our clients, taking a leadership position in managing corporate finance projects. The focus will primarily be on Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), complemented by some due diligence work and strategic advisory.

About the Role

The ideal candidate will lead and manage buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions, from initial client discussions to completion. This will involve developing and executing transaction strategies, including preparation of information memoranda, valuations, and financial models. Additionally, they will oversee and contribute to financial due diligence assignments, ensuring thorough and insightful analysis to support client decision-making. Key responsibilities include building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor, providing strategic advice on business valuations, capital raising, and deal structuring, and working closely with the wider UK Corporate Finance team to leverage expertise and resources. Supervision and mentoring of junior staff are also expected, supporting their professional development and project contributions.

What We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will possess an ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification (essential) and CFQ or experience in Corporate Finance. Proven experience in M&A, corporate finance, or transaction services within a professional practice is required, along with demonstrable expertise in managing complex projects, including financial modelling, valuations, and due diligence. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, and commercial acumen are all essential. On offer is a premium level salary and performance-related bonus structure, comprehensive benefits package typical of top-tier accountancy practices, including generous annual leave, pension contributions, and health support. Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working options, access to extensive learning and development opportunities, and a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture with a clear pathway for career progression make this an attractive proposition.

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