Professional
Administration

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT Real Estate Investment -Central London

Ref: (Ref: D22D179 )
Salary: £ 53,000 - 55,000 + Benefits
Specialist Area: Qualified Accountant
Type: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP


OUR CLIENT is an established, well-funded international real estate investment and asset management firm with a portfolio of high-quality assets in prime global locations. Based in London, this Senior Accountant opportunity offers the opportunity to join an established investment platform with an international reach and a strong focus on real estate.


The Role

An opportunity has arisen for a qualified Senior Accountant to join the finance team, supporting the accurate and timely delivery of financial reporting, accounting and control processes across the business. The Senior Accountant role offers broad exposure to financial reporting, general ledger management, tax compliance, audit and financial analysis, with responsibility for maintaining robust controls and contributing to the continuous improvement of finance processes.


Key responsibilities include:

  • Financial reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, quarterly and annual financial statements, and support month-end and year-end close.
  • General ledger and controls: Maintain accurate financial records, prepare balance sheet reconciliations, review journals and oversee key accounting processes.
  • Tax and compliance: Support VAT, corporation tax and other relevant tax filings, statutory reporting and regulatory compliance.
  • Audit: Coordinate audit schedules, provide supporting documentation and respond to auditor queries.
  • Financial analysis: Produce financial reports and analysis to support management decision-making.
  • Process improvement: Identify opportunities to improve accounting efficiency, reporting accuracy and internal controls.
  • Stakeholder engagement: Work closely with colleagues and senior management, providing reliable financial information and support as required


The Person - You will be a fully qualified accountant with c 4–5 years of relevant experience, ideally gained in a real estate / corporate finance environment. You will bring:

  • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.
  • Strong technical accounting skills, including financial reporting, general ledger accounting, reconciliations and month-end close.
  • Experience preparing financial statements and supporting external audits.
  • A sound understanding of tax compliance and statutory reporting.
  • Strong Excel skills and experience using accounting systems or ERP platforms.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organisation and numerical ability.
  • A proactive, hands-on approach, with the judgement and confidence to take ownership of responsibilities and meet reporting deadline.

Experience within real estate investment, asset management or a related property environment would be advantageous.


Benefits

  • Private medical insurance.
  • Pension.
  • 30 days’ holiday.
  • A London West End office location.
  • Hybrid working, normally four days in the office per week.


This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to develop their experience within an established international real estate investment and asset management business.


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