A fantastic opportunity for a Head of M&A to join our Finance team

With a salary £85k and generous car allowance, this role wlll be predominantly based out of our Nursery Support Centre in Denton, Manchester, with regular travel.

A Bit About Us

At Partou, childcare is more than just a job; it's a journey led by every child's unique path. As the largest childcare group in the Netherlands, we provide access to top-tier research, resources, and expertise. Our mission is to develop your skills and positively impact the next generation.

Partou UK has grown rapidly, acquiring Just Childcare in June 2021 and All About Children in September 2022. With over 1,000 nursery branches worldwide and a team of 11,000+ professionals, we cater to more than 75,000 children. We're committed to continuous improvement and growth, supported by significant investments in quality care and early years learning.

Why This Role Is Important to Us

This role supports the Chief Financial Officer in acquiring high-quality, profitable nurseries, aligning with our growth strategy. It's essential for understanding new businesses to ensure we meet our financial goals.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Analysing financial data of potential acquisition targets.
• Developing and maintaining financial models.
• Reviewing financial statements and key performance indicators.
• Understanding fee reviews, salary rates, and other key contracts.
• Supporting the due diligence process and project management.
• Ensuring all data from vendors is accurate and complete.
• Preparing reports for board approval and monthly updates during integration.
• Managing correspondence and office systems, including filing and data management.
• Planning and organising meetings as required.
• Producing documents, reports, and presentations, including business cases.
• Communicating projects with the wider organisation.
• Regularly updating key operational stakeholders.

You will build a strong pipeline of high-quality, profitable nurseries, targeting 20-25 acquisitions per year. Your efforts will ensure sustainable EBITDA through the integration period, delivering expected returns.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Qualified Accountant
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience in business development and/or project delivery in the early years sector.
• Previous support experience for a senior manager
• Proficiency in financial modelling and due diligence
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills
• Proficient in Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint

If you think you're the right fit for this role, we encourage you to apply and join us on our journey to shape the future of childcare.

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check

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We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community

Partou is proud be a part of the National Partnership in Early Learning and Childcare (NPELC) - a group of 10 of the largest childcare providers across England. Together, we operate over 1,300 childcare settings, employ more than 38,000 people, and take care of over 160,000 children.