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Acquisitions Finance Manager - Remote - £70,000 to £80,000 Although tis role is offered on a remote basis, the team is based in Worthing, BN11 - For the first month or so you would be expected on site to get up to speed with systems, processes and so on. After this time the role will involve travel across the UK to visit possible acquisition sites. Replacing the existing Acquisitions Finance Manager due to promotion in this PE backed £300m turnover property services group, you'll ideally be Audit trained in practice and have some M&A experience from the "buying side". You'll be managing two fully qualified members of the team and reporting into the Assistant M&A Finance Director. You'll be working on due diligence of acquisitions ranging in size from £500,000 through the multi millions, ensuring the team carries out the correct due diligence ensuring the numbers are correct. You'll be at the forefront of vendor management, attending company sites that the group intends to acquire, working with the sellers in setting up their data house, building a relationship of trust between yourself and the current business owners, a very interesting job! We will consider individuals with experience in industry who's skill sets align but also people looking to make their first move out of practice, but realistically you'll need to be a "senior" with many years post qualified experience. A bit more about the role.... Leading acquisition forecasting, due diligence, pre completion process and post completion monitoring. • Management and support of the finance acquisition team., • Preparation of interim summary three year forecasts for assessing potential acquisitions., • Financial due diligence to assess potential acquisitions., • Liaising and support of vendors both throughout the financial due diligence process and post completion., • Financial due diligence report for presentation to the internal board and external investors., • Preparation of monthly 3 year post completion budget., • Agree final budget with Regional Directors/Managing Directors/Department Heads responsible for acquisition., • Working with the Acquisition Integration Director who is responsible for the Commercial Due Diligence undertaken., • Liaising with the client accounts team to ensure a smooth transition post completion., • Coordinate with all central departments ahead of completion to ensure budget and financial due diligence reflects all operational needs., • Agree completion accounts with vendor/vendors accountants., • Agree final statutory accounts/tax returns with internal finance team/external accountants., • The transition of the acquisition into the finance department., • Agreement and monitoring of deferred consideration for each acquisition, • Support the Group Mergers and Acquisitions Director where necessary A bit more about.... • Fully ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified, • Financial mergers and acquisitions experience., • Corporate finance experience and understanding., • Credible and confident communicator., • First class presentation skills., • Commercially astute and customer focused., • Excellent project management skills., • Hands-on approach, with a 'can-do' attitude. Acquisitions Finance Manager - Remote - £70,000 to £80,000 For application and accessibility support, please contact your local Marks Sattin office. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit https://privacy for our privacy policy.

Procurement Assistant Location: Lee-on-the-Solent Employment type: Full Time Working Hours: Monday to Friday What’s in it for you We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job, you’re starting a career with real support behind it. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays Group Personal Pension Plan Career development and progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications 24/7 access to a virtual GP and mental health support and counselling services Cycle to Work scheme Discount club including supermarkets, phone bills, gyms and more Life assurance cover Long service recognition Enhanced maternity pay Paid volunteering opportunities in your community About the role As a Procurement Assistant, you will support the delivery of Ipsum’s procurement strategy and play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day procurement activities. This is a hands-on position offering exposure to a wide range of tasks including sourcing materials, coordinating logistics and supporting supplier relationships. Working closely with the Procurement Specialist and internal stakeholders, you will ensure materials, plant and equipment are sourced efficiently and aligned with operational needs. Key responsibilities include: Supporting reactive and planned procurement activities Sourcing, ordering and tracking materials, plant and equipment Liaising with internal teams to understand procurement requirements and timelines Obtaining and comparing supplier quotations to drive cost-effective decisions Coordinating logistics to ensure timely delivery of goods and services Maintaining accurate procurement records, trackers and reporting data Supporting supplier relationships and performance monitoring Assisting with cost control initiatives and procurement process improvements Responding to stakeholder queries and supporting wider procurement administration About you You will bring experience from a procurement, buying or supply chain support environment and be confident working in a fast-paced setting. You will have: Experience in a procurement, purchasing or supply chain support role Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Outlook Understanding of procurement processes and supplier coordination Experience raising purchase orders and liaising with suppliers Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to prioritise workloads and manage competing demands A proactive and self-motivated approach Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset Desirable: Experience within civil engineering or water sector. You will be someone who takes ownership, works well under pressure and is committed to continuous improvement and delivering excellent service to stakeholders. Our commitment to Equal Opportunities We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR. Next steps If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Careers Team for more information