Commercial Finance Manager

I am partnered with a scaling Proptech business in search for a Commercial Finance Manager to join the team. You will hold responsibility for overseeing the finance function (with the support of 2 juniors) but crucially have an eye for process improvement and a desire for process design in order to create a best in class function. You will need to be commercially and strategically minded and possess good financial modelling skills. An eagerness to contribute in the wider business strategy but also a readiness to be hands on in the 'nitty gritty' is key.

Responsibilities:

• Leadership and management of the finance function in partnership with the CFO, being an expert for the business
• Take charge for ensuring that the money in and out of the business is correctly allocated, reconciled, and reported on
• Ensure the correct rents are collected from Tenants and transferred to Landlords, flagging to the Property Managers if any rents are unduly delayed
• Ensure relevant money is held on accounts for management fees, pre-approved contractor invoices, and any appropriate service charges
• Ensure the accounts are always reconciled and our balances are consistently updated to reflect the true state of the account
• Lead on regular account audits: ensuring all money in the client account is accurately allocated
• Coordinate monthly and annual statements of account to send to clients
• Be a main point of contact for larger clients and an escalation point for the team
• Liaise with external services for tax preparation, auditing, banking, investments, and other financial needs as necessary, including HMRC
• Drive process improvement and review of finance templates and systems, ensuring they are fit for purpose i.e. sales ledger
• Management and growth of a small finance team from attraction and retention to development and motivation
• Review financial data
• Responsible for ensuring our Finance system MRI is working
• Stay up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be used for financial purposes
• Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation
• Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company

Requirements:

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA or equivalent)
• Ideally prior experience of managing a small team
• Demonstrated experience in process improvement and system integration is key
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• A problem solver and solution finder
• Excel and/or Google Sheets champion

Hybrid working in a central London office, joining a dynamic, social team with some impressive individuals. Competitive salary on offer with great company benefits. Apply with your CV to find out more about the role over a confidential conversation.