" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eM\u0026amp;A Manager | Long-term contract\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18687\"\u003e Management Accounting \u0026amp; Budgeting \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18689\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18690\"\u003e Contract \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 9/11/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eManager - Mergers \u0026amp; Acquisitions\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMelbourne CBD| ASX listed organisation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConsumer products | Long-term contract\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManager - Mergers \u0026amp; Acquisitions\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMelbourne CBD| ASX listed organisation\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsumer products | Long-term contract\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Opportunity\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAn opportunity has arisen for an experienced M\u0026amp;A professional to join the corporate Mergers \u0026amp; Acquisitions team of a leading, diversified Australasian consumer products organisation.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eThe organisation has a strong track record of successfully executing acquisitions. They are looking to hire an experience M\u0026amp;A professional to support them through an interest period for the business. It is likely to be 6-12 month contract initially.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Challenge\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis is a high-profile role requiring strong analytical capability, commercial judgement and the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders. You will need to manage multiple transaction workstreams, produce high-quality analysis and Board-level materials, and operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-performing team.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Expertise\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eReporting to the Senior Manager, M\u0026amp;A, your key responsibilities will include:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentifying, assessing and evaluating potential acquisition targets.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging initial approaches and discussions with target businesses.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeading financial modelling, valuation and commercial analysis.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinating due diligence across finance, commercial, legal, tax, HR and other functional areas.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging internal workstreams and coordinating external advisers throughout the transaction process.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreparing investment papers, executive presentations and Board materials.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReviewing and assisting with the negotiation of transaction documentation and commercial terms.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eActing as the primary contact for vendors and advisers on smaller to medium-sized transactions.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting funding initiatives associated with M\u0026amp;A, including equity and debt raising.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreparing ASX announcements relating to acquisition activity.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProgressively taking ownership of smaller to medium-sized transactions with increasing autonomy.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlease consider expressing interest in this position if you possess the following:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eApproximately 4\u0026ndash;7 years\u0027 M\u0026amp;A experience within a top-tier investment bank, corporate advisory firm or corporate development team.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated experience across the full M\u0026amp;A transaction lifecycle.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe capability to lead smaller to medium-sized bolt-on acquisitions and manage relationships with internal stakeholders, advisers and vendors.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong financial modelling, valuation and analytical skills, with exceptional attention to detail.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe confidence and communication skills to engage with senior executives and produce high-quality Board-level materials.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA collaborative, self-motivated approach, with the ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA Bachelor of Commerce or equivalent qualification. Postgraduate qualifications such as an MBA, CA or CFA will be viewed favourably.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience across healthcare, consumer and retail or industrial sectors would be advantageous, although not essential.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Next Step\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If this position will enhance your career and you would like further details on the client, the role, remuneration or a copy of the position description, please call Mike Lys for a confidential discussion on 0477 016 453. Or alternatively please apply per the link below.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout ThompsonCook\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eAt ThompsonCook we develop strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We specialise in recruiting for key finance function roles including:\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eChief Financial Officers, Treasury, Tax \u0026amp; Audit Leaders\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinance Managers \u0026amp; Financial Controller\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinancial \u0026amp; Management Accountants\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4485163\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "