Financial Controller

Financial Controller

City of London, hybrid

£75,000-£80,000 plus bonus

Our client, a boutique financial advisory and accounting firm based in the City of London are currently searching for a Financial Controller to join their expanding team.

This role presents a great opportunity to develop your career in the financial services/ investment industry, work on their prestigious portfolio of real estate clients, and play a leading role in the growth of the company.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare and oversee the production of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards
• Develop annual budgets, financial forecasts, and perform variance analysis to support decision-making
• Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations
• Analyse costs and identify areas for savings, driving strategies to improve cost efficiency
• Manage cash flow to ensure liquidity for operations and optimise cash balances
• Act as the key finance contact for internal and external stakeholders for the allocated client portfolio, ensuring robust financial systems and processes

Skills required:

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA)
• Extensive experience in financial reporting from accountancy mid-tier practice firm or the industry
• Real estate experience is required
• JV accounting experience is a big plus
• Knowledge of IFRS & UK GAAP
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to be proactive and autonomous; hands on mentality
• Systems implementation experience advantageous

If you are looking for an opportunity to join a growing firm, work with some big players in the real estate investment industry and play a key role in their expansion, be sure to apply ASAP!