The role of the Management Accountant demands strong accounting technical expertise, a collaborative approach, an entrepreneurial nature, and the ability to provide comprehensive accounting guidance and support across the business.
Client Details
A private family office with a focus on real estate investments is seeking a Management Accountant. Reporting to the Financial Controller. This an office based role (Marylebone).
Description
Reporting to the Financial Controller, your role will be broad in scope and include:
Financial Processes Management:
- Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.
- Monitor fund transfers, payments, and SPV financial health.
Financial Statements and Reporting:
- Assist in preparing consolidated financial statements, ensuring IFRS compliance.
- Streamline the financial close process.
- Track intercompany balances, fund requirements, and payments.
Audit and Compliance:
- Support external audits under IFRS standards.
- Ensure compliance with annual/semi-annual forecasts and VAT returns.
- Collaborate with auditors for timely issue resolution.
Treasury:
- Monitor cash balances and identify funding shortfalls.
- Maintain banking relationships for external debt sourcing.
- Prepare quarterly bank reports and ensure compliance with Facility Agreements.
Profile
- Ideally Qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
- Strong Qualified by Experience considered
- Strong technical accounting expertise, particularly with IFRS
- Proven experience in financial reporting
- Highly desirable - knowledge of real estate industry
- Able to manage external auditors and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
This is an office based role (5 days) so applicant must be comfortable working in an office full time
Job Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package including healthcare and dental
Hands on broad role working on both UK and overseas entities
Scope to grow career in Financial Services / Real estate investment