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Executive, Group Acquisitions Finance
IVC Evidensia UK, Keynsham, South West
Discipline: Finance
Executive, Group Acquisitions Finance
At IVC Evidensia, we are a leading veterinary services provider in Europe and North America with more than 2,500 clinics and hospitals across 20 countries and around 41,000 employees. We aim to have an extraordinary impact on animal lives, supporting in the region of 25,000 animals every single day across our international network. IVC Evidensia exists to champion the long-term health and welfare of animals and deliver our purpose of Healthy Animals, Happy Owners.
Due to the company’s rapid expansion, we are looking to further grow our Acquisition Finance Team to create a dedicated resource to help manage our pipeline through DealRoom, our new platform through which we are currently managing over 100 projects across the Group from due diligence stage through to integration of our newly acquired clinics.
Reporting into the Group Acquisitions Manager and part of the wider Acquisition Finance team you will support our acquisitions process, playing a leading role in pipeline management through our new M&A platform, DealRoom, as well as liaising with our local M&A teams to ensure DealRoom is being used effectively.
As well as being the primary DealRoom contact, there will be other ad-hoc tasks as part of the wider Acquisition Finance function, including managing funds flows and ensuring that potential targets meet our acquisition criteria before external due diligence commences.
This is a new role which would suit someone who is looking for the first move into the M&A space.
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
Be the key contact and administrator for DealRoom platform through which we manage our deals process from DD phase through to Integration
Ensuring our suppliers across the DD steams and vendors have the correct access to DealRoom to ensure a smooth acquisition process
Liaising with our internal integrations team to ensure any deal related risks are handed over as part of the onboarding process
Support process improvement through DealRoom. This is a new platform and there will be opportunities to drive improvements in how we onboard clinics through the platform and ensure compliance with our standard acquisition process
Support on post-acquisition performance reviews
Managing acquisition payments (Funds flows)
Ensuring that potential clinic acquisitions have met all the necessary internal criteria before due diligence commences
Project managing deal timelines and ensuring due diligence suppliers deliver on time.
Other ad-hoc projects as defined by the Acquisition Finance team
Experience/Qualifications:
A part-qualified level accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA. AAT) with applicable finance experience.
Clear and articulate communication style. Ability to build strong and effective relationships with all levels of finance and non-finance stakeholders.
Ability to pick things up quickly, identify issues and proactively find solutions
Ability to work within process/defined boundaries but find creative and innovated solutions with an investigative and challenging approach and strong attention to detail.
Thrives in a changing environment – flexible attitude will be needed due to changing demands on the teams capacity.
Ability to plan, coordinate, and execute administrative processes and events with minimal supervision.
Strong IT skills, including Excel and Word and other Microsoft applications. Training on DealRoom will be provided.
Strong project management skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently in a fast-paced environment. We are a flexible team but due to the nature of M&A we need to be adaptable and work at a fast pace.
Following receipt of your application, you will be contacted by one of our experienced hire recruitment team.
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
What We Offer:
At IVC Evidensia we recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from
Work-life balance
26 days annual leave
Cycle to Work scheme
Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
Pension
Discretionary Bonus
Discounted staff pet care
Dog Friendly office
Free Parking available at Head Office
Executive, Group Acquisitions Finance
IVC Evidensia UK, Keynsham, South West
Discipline: Finance
Executive, Group Acquisitions Finance
At IVC Evidensia, we are a leading veterinary services provider in Europe and North America with more than 2,500 clinics and hospitals across 20 countries and around 41,000 employees. We aim to have an extraordinary impact on animal lives, supporting in the region of 25,000 animals every single day across our international network. IVC Evidensia exists to champion the long-term health and welfare of animals and deliver our purpose of Healthy Animals, Happy Owners.
Due to the company’s rapid expansion, we are looking to further grow our Acquisition Finance Team to create a dedicated resource to help manage our pipeline through DealRoom, our new platform through which we are currently managing over 100 projects across the Group from due diligence stage through to integration of our newly acquired clinics.
Reporting into the Group Acquisitions Manager and part of the wider Acquisition Finance team you will support our acquisitions process, playing a leading role in pipeline management through our new M&A platform, DealRoom, as well as liaising with our local M&A teams to ensure DealRoom is being used effectively.
As well as being the primary DealRoom contact, there will be other ad-hoc tasks as part of the wider Acquisition Finance function, including managing funds flows and ensuring that potential targets meet our acquisition criteria before external due diligence commences.
This is a new role which would suit someone who is looking for the first move into the M&A space.
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
Be the key contact and administrator for DealRoom platform through which we manage our deals process from DD phase through to Integration
Ensuring our suppliers across the DD steams and vendors have the correct access to DealRoom to ensure a smooth acquisition process
Liaising with our internal integrations team to ensure any deal related risks are handed over as part of the onboarding process
Support process improvement through DealRoom. This is a new platform and there will be opportunities to drive improvements in how we onboard clinics through the platform and ensure compliance with our standard acquisition process
Support on post-acquisition performance reviews
Managing acquisition payments (Funds flows)
Ensuring that potential clinic acquisitions have met all the necessary internal criteria before due diligence commences
Project managing deal timelines and ensuring due diligence suppliers deliver on time.
Other ad-hoc projects as defined by the Acquisition Finance team
Experience/Qualifications:
A part-qualified level accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA. AAT) with applicable finance experience.
Clear and articulate communication style. Ability to build strong and effective relationships with all levels of finance and non-finance stakeholders.
Ability to pick things up quickly, identify issues and proactively find solutions
Ability to work within process/defined boundaries but find creative and innovated solutions with an investigative and challenging approach and strong attention to detail.
Thrives in a changing environment – flexible attitude will be needed due to changing demands on the teams capacity.
Ability to plan, coordinate, and execute administrative processes and events with minimal supervision.
Strong IT skills, including Excel and Word and other Microsoft applications. Training on DealRoom will be provided.
Strong project management skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently in a fast-paced environment. We are a flexible team but due to the nature of M&A we need to be adaptable and work at a fast pace.
Following receipt of your application, you will be contacted by one of our experienced hire recruitment team.
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
What We Offer:
At IVC Evidensia we recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from
Work-life balance
26 days annual leave
Cycle to Work scheme
Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
Pension
Discretionary Bonus
Discounted staff pet care
Dog Friendly office
Free Parking available at Head Office
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Executive, Group Acquisitions Finance position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Bristol offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
