Lead Accountant

We are currently recruiting for a Lead Accountant for a well renowned real estate business.

Client Details

You will be working for a global organisation with over 100 years of history in the industry.

Description

• Key client contact and ensuring delivery of all reporting for allocated client portfolio
• Preparation of bespoke monthly / quarterly management reporting based on client requirements
• Preparation of annual / interim standalone and consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS and FRS 102 for UK and Channel Island Limited Partnerships, Unit Trusts, Limited Companies, Limited Liability Partnerships which invest in property
• Highlighting potential process improvements and working with the Director of the team to implement.
• Supporting the team with financial analysis.

• To provide bespoke financial analysis reporting as per client requirements.
• Preparation of investor reporting
• Preparation of VAT returns
• Preparation of CIS returns
• Processing and conducting due diligence work and NAV calculations on acquisitions and disposals of entities

• Responsible for compliance with current procedures to ensure SLAs and KPIs are met within agreed timeframe.
• Cashflow reporting
• Loan covenant reporting
• Dividend / distribution calculations
• Requirement to attend client meetings and internal meetings.

• Responsible for coaching, developing and generally managing junior team members

Profile

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g. CA, ACCA or CIMA) is preferred or working towards qualification
• Should have experience of preparing financial statements and accounting for transactions in accordance with IFRS and FRS 102
• Property Accounting experience would be advantageous
• Working knowledge of Channel Island entities would be advantageous
• Experience of working in a business culture that promotes adherence to procedures and controls.
• Experience in providing bespoke reports to clients based on accounting information.
• Excellent Computer Skills - Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, MS Project and PowerPoint).
• Experience of the TBS TRAMPS and Yardi systems would be advantageous.

Job Offer

• Cycle to work scheme
• Hybrid working
• 6 months maternity pay
• 4 months paternity pay
• £500 a month towards childcare costs for parents with a child between 1-2 years old
• Target bonus (Up to 10% Lead Accountant. Up to 12% Accounting Manager)
• Private healthcare scheme
• Life insurance
• Dental insurance