Financial Reporting Manager

Financial Reporting Manager

• Location: London
• Job Type: Full-time with hybrid working.
• Salary: £60,000-£65,000 per annum plus excellent benefits, including lunch

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Financial Accountant to join a dynamic real estate investment and development firm in London in a Financial Reporting Manager capacity.

This Financial Reporting Manager role involves reviewing and preparing financial statements, supporting external property accountants, and managing year-end accounts production.

The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, be a qualified accountant (ACA), and preferably have real estate experience.

Day to Day of the role:

• Review and prepare reporting for the audited, quarterly group financial statements.
• Provide support and guidance to external property accountants and purchase ledger clerk.
• Collaborate with fund administrators regarding fund accounts, carry calculations, and partner statements.
• Collate documentation supporting the group’s internal controls and liaise with external auditors.
• Identify control gaps and recommend improvements to controls or documentation.
• Manage the year-end accounts production process and audits for the Group’s SPVs.
• Oversee and assist with the group’s consolidated statutory Financial Reporting.
• Build strong relationships with the investment team and external providers, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Assist in preparation of bank compliance reporting and communication with lenders.
• Provide transaction support for asset/corporate acquisitions and disposals, bank financing, etc.
• Handle ad hoc Financial Reporting for investors and assist in the Group’s collation and use of asset data.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, preferably with 1st time passes).
• Strong knowledge of Excel.
• Real estate experience is preferable.
• Inquiring and analytical mind, enthusiastic with a willingness to learn.
• Attention to detail in a pressured environment is critical.
• Self-motivated and pro-active with the ability to work independently to tight deadlines.
• Clear and confident communicator with good presentation skills.
• Flexible and adaptable, capable of responding to unforeseen change/events.
• Self-confident with the credibility and maturity to interact at senior levels.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a leading firm with a strong market presence.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.

To apply for the Financial Reporting Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.