Finance Manager

London Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

As Finance Manager, you will oversee the finance function across a growing property investment portfolio, partnering with directors to support growth and investment decisions. You’ll deliver accurate financial reporting, cash flow forecasts, and strategic insight to guide acquisitions and capital expenditure. The role combines hands-on accounting across multiple entities with strategic oversight in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. This is a key position to shape and scale the finance function within a growing property business.

Pay / Benefits

Hybrid working (3 days in office / 2 days home)
Competitive salary (£40,000–£50,000)
Key role within a growing property investment business
Exposure to investment and acquisition decisions
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Long-term career progression opportunities

Responsibilities

Maintain day-to-day bookkeeping across multiple property entities
Manage accounting records using Xero or similar cloud-based software
Prepare and submit VAT returns
Produce monthly management accounts and financial statements
Prepare regular financial reports for directors
Liaise with external accountants and professional advisers
Ensure financial records are accurate, compliant and up-to-date
Prepare and maintain detailed cash flow forecasts across the portfolio
Monitor liquidity, funding requirements and business performance
Advise directors on available funds for acquisitions and capex
Support debt management and financing requirements
Provide recommendations on shareholder distributions and investment planning
Analyse financial performance across the portfolio
Identify financial risks, opportunities and emerging trends
Support acquisition appraisals and investment decision-making
Assist with budgeting and financial planning
Improve financial systems, controls and reporting processes

Key requirements

ACCA, ACA, CIMA qualified or equivalent practical experience
Strong accounting and bookkeeping experience
Experience producing monthly management accounts and financial reports
Excellent cash flow forecasting and financial planning experience
Strong knowledge of Xero or similar cloud-based accounting software
Experience preparing and submitting VAT returns
Experience managing finance functions across multiple entities
Ability to interpret financial information and provide commercial recommendations
Strong communication skills with senior stakeholders
Must be within a commutable distance of NW11