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Euan McBride

Draperstown,Derry

Summary

Experienced professional with expertise in M&A transactions, financial due diligence, and valuation. Proficient in financial reporting, taxation, and Microsoft Office tools, with strong analytical skills and a keen attention to detail. Demonstrates commercial acumen and effective communication abilities to support strategic decision-making. Committed to delivering high-quality financial insights and contributing to organisational growth.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Qualified Accountant - Deals

CooperParry NI
Dungannon, Tyrone
2025.03 - Current

Involved in Corporate Finance, Advisory, and Transaction Services for diverse industries.

Assisted on buy-side and sell-side engagements from deal origination to completion.

Performed financial due diligence and advised clients on financial risk mitigation.

Developed complex financial models for forecasting, budgeting, cash flow, and overhead inflation.

Completed numerous valuations across various sectors to support strategic decisions.

Participated in Forensic Accounting cases to uncover financial discrepancies.

Contributed to grant and funding applications to secure necessary financing.

Integral part of a team nominated for Corporate Finance Team of the Year in Northern Ireland

Experian Top 5 Financial Advisors for 2024

Trainee Chartered Accountant

CavanaghKelly (Now CP NI)
Dungannon, Tyrone
2021.10 - 2025.03

Achieved ACA qualification by completing Chartered Accountants Ireland Exams from October 2021 to March 2023.

Finalised financial statements for sole traders and companies, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Prepared management accounts for clients across diverse sectors to support decision-making.

Supported bookkeeping processes and advised clients on accounting systems including SAGE, Xero, and QuickBooks.

Completed and filed self-assessment personal tax returns and corporation tax returns.

Managed a portfolio of clients, delivering tailored tax advice to optimise financial outcomes.

Transitioned to corporate finance and advisory from March 2023, focusing on valuations for forensic cases.

Developed complex financial models to enhance clients' internal finance operations.

Assisted in Financial and Tax due diligence.

Identified targets for deal origination and for prospective buyers that aligned strategically.

Education

ACA - Accounting

Chartered Accountants Ireland
Ireland
2021.10 - 2025.03

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Queens University
Belfast
2018.09 - 2021.06

A-Levels -

St Mary's Grammar School
Magherafelt
2016.09 - 2018.06

GCSEs -

St Colm's High School
Draperstown
2011.09 - 2016.06

Skills

  • M&A transactions
  • Financial due diligence
  • Valuation expertise
  • Financial reporting and taxation
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Analytical skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Commercial expertise
  • Effective communication

Affiliations

  • Fitness / Sports Enthusiast
  • Reading
  • Outdoors

Accomplishments

Grass Roots Level 1 Coaching Badge (Football)

Captain for Various Sporting Teams

Marathon Running

Timeline

Qualified Accountant - Deals

CooperParry NI
2025.03 - Current

Trainee Chartered Accountant

CavanaghKelly (Now CP NI)
2021.10 - 2025.03

ACA - Accounting

Chartered Accountants Ireland
2021.10 - 2025.03

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Queens University
2018.09 - 2021.06

A-Levels -

St Mary's Grammar School
2016.09 - 2018.06

GCSEs -

St Colm's High School
2011.09 - 2016.06
Euan McBride