Finance Manager - M&A

ROLE: Finance Manager – Mergers & Acquisitions LOCATION: Mid-Kent SALARY: £55k – £70k THE COMPANY A leading real estate development and investment company with a strong track record of delivering high-quality residential and mixed-use projects. The business focuses on strategic land acquisition, planning, and development. THE JOB We’re looking for a commercially minded finance professional for a Finance Manager – Mergers & Acquisitions job. As our operations continue to expand, this newly created role will play a key part in shaping the financial future of the business through detailed analysis, forecasting, and strategic input on M&A activity. Working closely with the Operations Manager and Commercial Manager, this is a hands-on and strategic role that will give you exposure to a wide range of financial disciplines. You’ll be instrumental in supporting the Group’s growth ambitions through financial due diligence, business analysis, and long-term planning. Your duties will include: * Lead financial analysis on potential mergers, acquisitions, and investment opportunities * Review and consolidate multiple company balance sheets across the group * Develop and maintain long-term financial forecasts and scenario planning * Partner with senior leadership to analyse business performance and identify value drivers * Support fund management and capital allocation strategy * Provide detailed analysis on share capital structures and implications * Deliver financial due diligence and risk assessments for strategic projects * Act as a business partner to both the operations and commercial teams WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR * Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with solid post-qualification experience * Proven track record in Mergers & Acquisitions or Corporate Finance * Strong understanding of group structures, intercompany reporting, and consolidation * Experience managing or reviewing multiple balance sheets and cash flows * Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail * Confident communicator and business partner with senior stakeholders * Strong Excel and financial modelling skills If you are interested in this opportunity hit “apply” or contact Craig Humphrey at Xenon Recruitment today! Alternatively, if you are seeking some advice/guidance about your next career steps get in touch for a confidential conversation