I am representing a growing, well funded real estate investment and operating business seeking a Management Accountant to join it's London-based finance team.
Reporting directly to the Senior Financial Controller, this role offers the opportunity to become a key member of a high-performing finance function, taking ownership of financial reporting while working alongside an established outsourced finance team.
Experience reviewing, challenging and managing reporting produced by outsourced accounting providers would be highly advantageous, although not essential.
The business operates within the Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) sector, one of the UK's most resilient and attractive real estate asset classes.
Against a backdrop of continued growth in both domestic and international student numbers, demand for high-quality student housing continues to significantly outpace supply across many major university cities.
This has created a long term investment outlook, making it an exciting sector of an ambitious finance professionals looking to build their careers within a growing market.
The Role
Working closely with the Senior Financial Controller, you'll support the delivery of accurate financial reporting, strengthen controls and processes, and provide insight to support business decision-making across an expanding property portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reports.
- Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes.
- Review accounting work and reporting delivered by outsourced finance providers
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting.
- Support the annual audit process and statutory reporting requirements.
- Drive improvements in financial processes, controls and reporting accuracy.
- Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders across the business.
- Support strategic projects and business growth initiatives.
About You
- Part Qualified or Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
- Strong financial accounting and reporting experience.
- Previous experience working alongside outsourced accounting providers is desirable.
- PBSA experience would be highly advantageous.
- Experience within real estate, property, hospitality, asset management or multi-site businesses will also be considered.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Proactive, commercially minded and comfortable operating in a growing environment.
You have the chance to move into a high growth property platform where you can make a visible impact, develop your career and gain exposure to a thriving PBSA sector with strong long-term fundamentals.