Corporate Finance Manager

About the Organization

W Talent Finance is a specialist recruitment partner focused on placing top-tier accounting professionals across both practice and commerce & industry markets globally. Our expertise in the finance sector supports a variety of clients, from esteemed professional services firms to established regional practices and multi-service professional groups, enabling us to deliver tailored talent solutions that enhance business performance.

We are collaborating with a reputable multi-service accountancy and professional services group that has a strong regional presence in Yorkshire and Derbyshire, along with a growing Corporate Finance offering. With over 250 employees spread across 8 offices, the organization offers a diverse array of services, including accountancy, financial services, wills and probate, commercial finance, residential mortgages, and corporate finance.

This firm boasts a people-centric culture that emphasizes collaboration, exceptional client service, and a commitment to doing what is right for its people, clients, and communities. As the business continues to expand its service lines, it presents a remarkable opportunity for professionals to join an innovative organization where individual contributions are recognized and where there is a genuine chance to influence the future direction of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of a portfolio of SME and lower mid-market corporate finance transactions, including business sales, acquisitions, MBOs, MBIs, fundraising, and shareholder exits.
• Project manage deal teams, transaction timelines, and key workstreams to ensure efficient execution.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with business owners, management teams, and key stakeholders.
• Prepare and review financial models, valuations, and transaction analyses.
• Draft and review Information Memoranda, management presentations, Heads of Terms, and other transaction documentation.
• Coordinate financial, commercial, tax, and legal due diligence processes.
• Liaise with external advisers and internal teams across various functions including tax and wealth management.
• Support clients through negotiations, acting as a trusted advisor throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Identify opportunities to introduce complementary services within the organization.
• Develop strong connections with accountants, lawyers, wealth managers, and other professional intermediaries.
• Assist Partners and Directors in business development initiatives, pitches, proposals, and new client opportunities.
• Manage, coach, and develop junior team members within the Corporate Finance team.
• Contribute to the ongoing growth of the Corporate Finance offering.

About You

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or possess an equivalent professional qualification.
• A minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience in corporate finance, transaction services, or a related advisory role.
• Demonstrated experience executing and completing SME or lower mid-market transactions.
• Familiarity with transactions such as business sales, acquisitions, MBOs, MBIs, or fundraising.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills, alongside a solid understanding of accounting principles in transactions.
• Experience working with owner-managed, entrepreneurial, or family-owned businesses.
• Possess strong commercial awareness with excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple transactions and meet competing deadlines.
• Experience in supervising, mentoring, or developing junior team members.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commercially minded with the confidence to develop relationships and identify new business opportunities.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working autonomously.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across multiple service lines.
• Willingness to travel to clients and other offices as required.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Significant involvement in the growth of the Corporate Finance function.
• Exposure to a diverse range of SME and lower mid-market transactions.
• Direct engagement with business owners and senior stakeholders.
• Clear prospects for progression and leadership within a growing professional services group.
• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with an option to purchase additional days.
• Pension scheme.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Life assurance at 4x salary.
• Support for professional study and qualifications.
• Eye tests and regular social events and team activities.
• Volunteering opportunities.
• Employee discounts across a range of professional and personal services.