Job Description

Xeinadin - Top 20 Accountancy Firm - UK & Ireland

Role:

Corporate Finance Director

Location:

? Manchester

Who Are We?

Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 2500 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

About the Role:

As a Corporate Finance Director at Xeinadin, you will be a strategic leader responsible for delivering exceptional client outcomes and managing complex transaction processes across a variety of sectors. You'll work alongside Partners to shape the strategic direction of the Corporate Finance function, lead high-value engagements, and contribute significantly to business development and firm-wide growth initiatives.

This senior-level role is suited for a commercially astute and entrepreneurial individual with proven experience in executing corporate finance transactions, developing junior talent, and expanding client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

Drive key corporate finance projects, providing high-level oversight and acting as lead advisor to clients throughout the transaction lifecycle. Build and sustain trusted relationships with business owners, stakeholders, and third-party advisors, acting as the go-to expert for strategic and financial advice. Lead the preparation and delivery of Information Memoranda, financial models, due diligence, and deal negotiation strategies. Apply robust knowledge of financial modelling, business valuations, and transaction structuring (including working capital, cash flow analysis, and debt/equity funding). Inspire and lead the team - ensuring quality delivery, skill development, and knowledge sharing. Identify and convert new opportunities through proactive networking, relationship building, pitch development, and proposal delivery. Collaborate with Partners to influence and implement the strategic objectives of the Corporate Finance team within the wider firm.

What We're Looking For:

ACA or ACCA qualified (or Qualified by Experience). Proven track record of leading complex corporate finance transactions end-to-end. Strong understanding of M&A, fundraising, valuations, and financial strategy. Excellent commercial judgement and client advisory skills. Advanced financial modelling and deal structuring capabilities. Highly credible communicator and negotiator. Resilient and effective under pressure, with strong problem-solving skills. Line manage, mentor and develop high-performing junior team members. Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Represent Xeinadin at external events, panels, and thought-leadership initiatives.

Why Choose Us:

Competitive salary and benefits package. A collaborative and supportive work environment. A chance to make a meaningful impact within a growing organisation.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Ability to commute/relocate:

Manchester M2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person