Job Description

Corporate Finance Associate - Exeter/Hybrid working possibility

Westcotts is a Top 50 + 50 Accountancy Practice and Real Living Wage Employer with over 300 team members based in 16 offices across Devon and Somerset.

We are now looking for a Corporate Finance Associate to join our growing, close-knit and high-achieving Corporate Finance team. Working closely with highly experienced individuals, you will have the opportunity to assist, progress and develop whilst working on a range of corporate finance transactions.

Main Duties

The main duties (but not limited to) are the following:

Help manage business sales, business acquisitions, management buy-outs and buy-ins, mergers, disposals Undertake company valuation work using multiples analysis and other recognised methods Manage Financial due diligence including report writing and reviewing team members' drafting Liaising with clients, in house specialists and other professionals to ensure smooth project management of transactions Managing deal databases and drafting key engagement documentation Play a leading role in business development, including attending networking events, new client pitches and assisting with deal origination Show vision and a strategic perspective and focus on the achievement of longer-term goals. Liaising with other services lines to ensure clients have the optimal Westcotts service experience Managing the delivery of the project alongside the directors and partners
This job description summarises the main duties and responsibilities of the post, however the list is not exhaustive as the post-holder may be required to undertake other duties and projects of similar level and responsibility.

Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Ideally the successful candidate will have the following attributes, skills, experience and qualifications:

ACA / ACCA or equivalent qualification Relevant Corporate Finance experience within the SME space Strong commercial and financial awareness An aptitude for and desire to be actively involved with business development A positive 'can-do' attitude with an appetite for progression Emotionally controlled, confident and able to take ownership / accountability Ability to express ideas with authority and conviction throughout verbal and written communication Adaptable, organised and conscientious Strong research skills Strong attention to detail and be focussed on delivering high quality work and analysis Evaluative, professional and with the ability to work effectively as a part of a small team

Terms / Benefits

36.5 hours/ 5 days per week (flexible and hybrid working is available) Annual salary review 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Death in service 3 x annual salary Access to Westfield Rewards and Health scheme 24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving and Private Medical Insurance Introducing clients and staff commission schemes Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6%) after 4 years' service

How to apply

To apply for this position, please follow this link where you can upload your CV along with a covering letter providing information on why you feel you would be suitable for the role in particular in regards to the desired attributes, skills, experience and qualifications. Please also state your current salary (if applicable), salary expectations and available start date.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay Work from home
Schedule:

Day shift Flexitime Monday to Friday No weekends
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Exeter EX1 1NS

Reference ID: CFA - EXE