Senior M&A Accountant – Financial Services
Our client, a rapidly growing financial advisory group, is seeking a commercially astute and highly organised qualified accountant (3+ years PQE) to play a leading role in their acquisition and integration programme.
This is a hands-on, in-office position within a dynamic and supportive professional environment — ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting with exposure to strategic finance, M&A execution, and post-deal integration.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead day-to-day management of multiple live acquisitions, from assessment through integration.
* Maintain clear project structures, milestones, and accountability across teams.
* Engage with senior stakeholders on both buy- and sell-side to ensure seamless execution.
* Act as the finance lead ensuring all deals align with strategic objectives.
Financial Due Diligence & Valuation
* Own and execute financial due diligence across target businesses.
* Analyse performance, risks, and opportunities; provide valuation and commercial insights.
* Support negotiations with robust financial modelling and analysis.
Acquisition Finance & Tax Coordination
* Coordinate financial, payroll, and tax workstreams across the deal lifecycle (tax qualification not required).
* Liaise with internal finance teams and external advisors to ensure accuracy and completeness.
* Support deal structuring and assess financial implications.
Legal Documentation & SPA Support
* Partner with external legal counsel on finance-related deal documentation.
* Review and negotiate key commercial and financial terms to mitigate risk.
Integration of Finance Operations
* Lead post-acquisition integration of finance functions, including systems and reporting.
* Support onboarding of new entities into group finance processes and controls.
Wider Business Support
* Deliver commercial insights to leadership to drive growth and profitability.
* Contribute to strategic and operational improvement projects across the business.
Key Skills & Attributes
* Excellent organisational and structured project management skills
* Strong analytical and commercial acumen
* High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
* Proactive, resilient, and adaptable mindset
* Collaborative and team-oriented approach
The Offer
* Full-time, in-office role based in Nenagh
* Competitive salary (commensurate with experience and qualifications)
* Pension Scheme
* Death in Service cover
* Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities
* Supportive and collaborative team culture with room for growth
Contact
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Email your CV / Query to david.smyth@cpl.ie
Chief Financial Officer - County Westmeath
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