Finance Manager - Real Estate Investment firm
Mayfair, Office-Based
£60,000-70,000 DOE plus bonus
We partnered exclusively with a prestigious privately owned real estate investment and development company based in central London in their search for a Finance Manager to join its close-knit team. This role is ideal for a qualified finance professional with a background in property finance who is looking to take ownership of a broad and hands-on finance function.
You will play a key part in managing the financial operations of a diversified portfolio of central London assets. This includes everything from financial reporting and budgeting, to compliance, cash flow, and investment support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparation of management accounts and month-end reporting
- Statutory compliance including VAT, CIS, ATED returns, and liaison with HMR
- Year-end audit support and journal entries
- Managing AP/AR, reconciliations, and internal controls
- Cash flow forecasting across multiple SPVs and group entities
- Assisting with financial modelling, investment appraisals, and acquisition due diligence
- Supporting budgeting, variance analysis, and performance tracking
- Liaising with lenders, monitoring covenants, and managing debt compliance
- Driving finance system improvements and automation initiatives
Minimum requirements:
- ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified
- Experience in a similar finance role, ideally within real estate or commercial property
- Solid knowledge of UK property structures such as SPVs, JVs, and REITs
- Strong Excel; financial modelling skills is an asset
- Experience with accounting/property systems like MRI or Horizon is a plus
If this is relevant to you, please apply ASAP!