Finance Manager / Financial Controller
15 days ago
Richmond
The Finance Manager / Financial Controller is responsible for the full financial management of three property clients, ensuring robust accounting, reporting accuracy, strong financial controls, and high-quality client service delivery. This role oversees all aspects of VAT, service charge accounting, P&L analysis, cashflow, rent and tenant billing, and completion statements following significant property acquisitions or disposals. Managing a team of two Client Details Our client is a Successful and Growing Property & Real Estate business that manages portfolio's of property companies. Description As the Finance Manager / Financial Controller based in Richmond your key responsibilities will include: Client Accounting & Portfolio Management • Lead the accounting function for three major property clients, each with multi-million-pound assets., • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual P&L statements for each company and assets, • Conduct detailed P&L analysis, identifying variances, cost allocations, performance trends, and opportunities., • Manage cashflow forecasting and reporting for each asset monthly., • Ensure accurate financial set-up when onboarding new assets or acquisitions into client portfolios. VAT & Compliance • Manage all VAT returns and ensure full compliance with property-related VAT rules., • Apply correct VAT coding, especially for complex real-estate transactions, service charges, and tenant billing., • Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors when required. Service Charge Accounting • Prepare annual Service Charge Budgets, ensuring all expenditure is correctly allocated to the right nominal codes., • Complete Service Charge reconciliations and respond to auditor queries., • Ensure transparency and accuracy in service charge cost recovery. Acquisitions, Disposals & Investment Support • Prepare completion statements for multi-million-pound acquisitions/disposals (e.g., £10m+)., • Allocate forward rent, deductions, apportionments, and all financial adjustments accurately., • Support investment analysis including reviewing tenancy agreements, forecasting yields, and assessing financial performance of assets under consideration. Team Leadership & Process Management • Line-manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable team members (2 direct reports)., • Oversee AP/AR cycles, supplier payments, tenant receipts, and reconciliation processes., • Maintain strong financial controls, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and integrity of records., • Continuously improve accounting processes, reporting, and financial systems. Systems, Reporting & Analytical Skills • Produce high-quality financial reporting packs for clients., • Ensure all data is accurate within property management systems and accounting software., • Demonstrate strong Excel skills, including formulas and data reconciliation, • Experience using the Xero system Rent, Tenant Billing & Property Operations Working with the Property Team on the following • Manage billing schedules for clients and assets industrial assets., • Ensure every tenant is billed correctly and charges and rents are collected on time., • Oversee payment runs including property payroll and supplier payments., • Partner with the Property Team on rent reviews, lease events, and tenancy changes., • Monitor arrears and support credit control actions where require. Profile *Extensive accounting experience either from industry or an accountancy practice • Qualified ACCA, CIMA. ACA, • Experience in the Property Industry is desirable but not essential, • Strong Excel skills, • Xero experience desirable but not essential, • Strong cashflow management experience, • Experience with service charge reconciliation desirable but not essential, • Experience performing VAT returns, • Strong level of numeracy and mathematical ability, • Relevant qualifications for level of employment (ACCA or equivalent), • Ability to support senior management with financial reporting and insights., • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both internally and externally, • Strong attention to detail, • Ability to manage own time effectively and prioritise workload, • Willingness to learn new skills and develop knowledge, • Good oral and written skills Job Offer • £60,000 - £70,000, • Hours: 9am - 5:30pm Monday to Friday, • Hybrid Working - 4 days a week in the office and 1 from home, Friday, • Holiday: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Private health care, • Pension contribution 3% If you are a motivated professional eager to advance your career in accounting and finance, this Finance Manager / Financial Controller role in Richmond could be the perfect fit. Apply today to take the next step in your career!
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