Corporate Finance Senior Executive
ManchesterOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
A Corporate Finance Executive at Sumer (Cowgills) who leads and manages sell-side transactions, builds client relationships, prepares financial models and information memorandums, and supports partners on deal delivery.
About this role
At Cowgills, part of the Sumer Group (one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy practices), we know our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re not just colleagues – we’re a community. Our ethos, With You, means when our team thrives, our clients do too. We’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow professionally and personally, with access to mentorship, learning opportunities, and a clear path for progression.
We’re looking for a commercially driven Executive to play a key role in our expanding Corporate Finance team. If you’re passionate about deal-making, thrive in a high-performing environment and are ready to make a real impact with exciting clients and transactions, this is your opportunity to take your career to the next level.
We’re looking for a commercially driven Executive to play a key role in our expanding Corporate Finance team. If you’re passionate about deal-making, thrive in a high-performing environment and are ready to make a real impact with exciting clients and transactions, this is your opportunity to take your career to the next level.
Key Responsibilities
- Working with senior colleagues to lead and manage corporate finance transactions from inception to completion
- Build strong relationships with clients and advisors
- Working predominantly on sell side transactions, with private equity exposure
- Contribute to pitch meetings and support the teams ongoing growth
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across Corporate Finance
- Supporting Partners and Senior Managers on project delivery
- Manage research and analyse transactions and sector analysis
- Prepare financial valuation models and analysis
- Prepare information memorandums for marketing businesses
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- ACA or ACCA qualification (or equivalent), ideally with first time passes
- Strong financial analysis and Excel skills
- Confident in presenting and articulating findings
- Experience in a similar role
Benefits
At Sumer, we know everyone’s journey is different. That’s why we’re committed to fairness, removing barriers, and giving people the support they need to do their best work. If you need any support during the hiring process, just let us know.
Our values represent what matters most to us and guide how we work every day:
- We Shine Together
- We Do the Right Thing
- We Make It Count
We know diverse teams make us stronger. That’s why we’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs and differences are valued and celebrated.
Skills
ACAACCAExcelFinancial AnalysisFinancial Valuation ModelsInformation MemorandumsPitch MeetingsSector AnalysisTransaction Analysis
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