Finance Manager - M&A Focus Location: Cheadle (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £60,000 Start Date: Immediate We're working with a growing business in Cheadle who are looking for an experienced Finance Manager with proven M&A exposure to join their team. This role will suit someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys the variety that comes with deal activity, integration work, and senior stakeholder engagement. Key Responsibilities: Lead/support on financial due diligence, identifying key risks and opportunities

Build and review financial models to support valuations and synergy analysis

Assist with structuring, negotiation, and execution of deals

Contribute to post-merger integration planning and execution across finance

Partner with senior leadership, legal, and external advisors throughout transactions

Manage multiple M&A workstreams simultaneously

Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations during all stages of the deal

Skills & Experience Required: ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Strong technical finance and analytical skills

Previous experience in M&A-either in-house or from a corporate finance/advisory background