Finance Manager / Financial Controller

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!