Executive Financial Due Diligence Lead

5 days ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom RSM UK Full time
Opportunity to Excel in Transaction Services

We are looking for a highly skilled Executive Financial Due Diligence Lead to join our award-winning Transaction Services team at RSM UK.

This role provides an opportunity for you to make a significant impact in the fast-paced world of Corporate Finance and Transaction Services. As part of a collaborative team, you will play a key role in leading the execution of financial due diligence projects, working on both buy-side and sell-side transactions.

You will be responsible for:

  • Leveraging your expertise to lead engagement processes, reporting directly to the partner.
  • Directing fieldwork teams to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Providing high-quality financial analysis on target businesses for inclusion in due diligence reports.
  • Fostering strong relationships with clients, target businesses, and other professional advisors during transaction execution.

To succeed in this role, you should possess:

  • Chartered Accountant (ACA or equivalent) qualification.
  • Experience working in Transactions service line or the wider Corporate Finance department.
  • A proven track record of writing high-quality, professionally presented reports.
  • A genuine interest in understanding how businesses generate profits and cash.
  • Demonstrated accuracy, diligence, and integrity.
  • Commercial acumen and critical thinking skills.
  • The ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders and work collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Willingsness to travel as required.

In return, we offer a competitive salary range of £80,000 - £110,000 per annum, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Study Support.
  • Hybrid and Flexible working arrangements.
  • 27 Days Holiday with additional days available for purchase.
  • Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing initiatives, including financial wellbeing benefits and access to a virtual GP.
  • Access to a wide range of training courses developed by our in-house Talent Development team.

RSM UK is committed to creating a fulfilling experience for our employees. We believe that our people are our most valuable assets, and we strive to provide a supportive and inclusive environment that enables you to thrive in your career.



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