Management Accountant

Job Title: Management Accountant
Salary: £40k - £50k
Location: West End, London

Summary

We are exclusively representing a Family Office based in London's West End looking to bring a Management Accountant into their growing Finance Team. The role will be responsible for assisting with their UK portfolio.

The office has a large portfolio in India and has a growing portfolio in the UK, with assets across both residential and retail sectors, this will be an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking for more exposure and growth.

This company will offer sponsorship for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Assist in monitoring management approvals for fund transfers and payments and monthly reports on the financial health of each SPV.
• Contribute to the implementation of banking best practices and process improvements.
• Assist with the preparation of consolidated financial statements, ensuring compliance with IFRS and other relevant standards.
• Drive improvements in the efficiency of the financial close process.
• Monitor intercompany balances fund requirements and outstanding payments.
• Assist with the external audit process in compliance with British accounting standards (FRS and IFRS).
• Ensure audits are conducted in compliance with standards and assist as needed with annual and semi-annual forecasts.
• Handle quarterly VAT returns.
• Proactively engage with external auditors for timely resolution of issues.
• Stay updated on real estate industry trends and economic developments.
• Monitor changes in accounting regulations, assess their impact, and implement necessary changes.
• Foster a culture of financial discipline, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls.
• Assist with monitoring cash balances across the group and identifying any potential funding shortfalls.
• Proactively engage and maintain relationships with banking contacts and assist with the provision of financial information when sourcing external debt.
• Prepare the information required for the quarterly bank reporting. Ensure timely reporting for each SPV and ensure adherence to Income Cover and Loan to Value ratios in accordance with Facility Agreements.
• Work across disciplines and countries in accounting, treasury management, HR, and company secretarial services.
• Utilise financial know-how to improve processes and increase efficiency
• Assist in various financial projects and assignments as required.

Requirements

• Part-Qualified/Finalist Level ACCA/ACA/CIMA
• Commutable distance to West-End London
• Experience within a similar business (Real Estate, Family Office)