Due Diligence Associate Director

Leeds, England, United Kingdom

1/7/2025

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions -- we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

Consulting brings together multiple teams across Transactions, Risk & Consulting, ABA, and Outsourcing to provide client-centric solutions for RSM’s current and future clients within the middle market.  Our Consulting team has a major role to play in driving forward the growth of the firm with over 1,700 people delivering almost £200m revenue.

At the heart of Consulting are the six solutions we offer our clients: business transformation, deal services, finance function support, risk and governance, forensic and investigation services, and restructuring. Our solutions create an enhanced tailored approach to support our clients in achieving their strategic goals and empower our people to make an impact and develop their own unique career path.

Our Transaction Services team is an award winning team and highly regarded in the market place.  The team specialises in financial due diligence, advising clients on business acquisitions and investments. Deal values are typically in the £5m to £100m range.

This role provides an opportunity for you to join the fast moving world of Corporate Finance and Transaction Services. Working alongside a team of other professionals you will play an integral role in leading the execution of financial due diligence projects, on both buyside and sell side transactions.

You'll make an impact by:

• Leading engagements processes reporting directly to the partner.
• Leading fieldwork teams.
• Directing financial analysis on target businesses for inclusion in due diligence reports.
• Liaising with clients, target businesses and other professional advisors during execution of transactions.
  
  
  

What we are looking for:

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you! 

We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA or equivalent).
• Experience working in Transactions service line or the wider Corporate Finance department. 
• Prior experience writing high-quality, professionally-presented reports.
• Genuine interest in, and enthusiasm for, understanding how businesses generate profits and cash.
• Displays high level of accuracy, diligence and integrity.
• Commercially minded and a critical thinker.
• Able to form relationships with wide range of people and strong team player.
• Willing to travel as required.
  
  
  

What we can offer you:

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• Study Support.
• Hybrid and Flexible working.
• 27 Days Holiday with the option of purchasing additional days.
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team.
  
  
  

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.