Corporate Finance Associate

Corporate Finance Associate – M&A
Location: Manchester
The Opportunity
An opportunity has arisen to join an independent corporate finance advisory firm based in Manchester, as a Corporate Finance Associate.
This role would suit a part-qualified accountant looking to move into corporate finance and develop a career in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). You will gain exposure to a variety of transactions, working closely with experienced corporate finance professionals and supporting business owners throughout the deal process.
Key Responsibilities
* Supporting M&A transactions, including business sales, acquisitions and management buyouts.
* Preparing financial analysis, valuation models and transaction reports.
* Assisting with information memoranda, presentations and marketing materials.
* Researching potential buyers, acquisition targets and relevant markets.
* Supporting due diligence processes and coordinating information requests.
* Liaising with clients, buyers, solicitors, accountants and other professional advisers.
* Analysing financial information and identifying key commercial considerations.
* Supporting senior colleagues throughout transactions, from initial engagement through to completion.
About You
* Part-qualified ACA or ACCA, with a strong interest in Corporate Finance and M&A.
* Experience in accountancy practice, audit, transaction services or a related financial role.
* Strong analytical skills and good financial modelling and Excel capabilities.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Commercially aware, organised and able to manage competing priorities.
* Motivated to develop technical knowledge and gain hands-on transaction experience.
About Ballard Evans
Ballard Evans is an independent corporate finance advisory firm based in Manchester, advising business owners and management teams on a range of corporate transactions.
Its work includes business sales and acquisitions, management buyouts and funding advice. The firm offers a hands-on, relationship-led approach, working closely with clients throughout the transaction process.
Joining Ballard Evans offers the opportunity to work within a specialist advisory environment, gain practical M&A experience and develop your career alongside experienced corporate finance professionals.
What's on Offer
* Salary of £40,000 per annum.
* Exposure to a range of M&A transactions.
* Close working relationships with experienced corporate finance professionals.
* The opportunity to develop valuation, financial modelling and deal execution skills.
* A platform to build a long-term career in Corporate Finance