Head of Finance

• Annual Salary: £110k – £135k plus completion bonus
• Location: Central London
• Job Type: 15-month fixed-term contract

Our client a leading real estate investment platform are seeking a Head of Finance to shape and lead their finance operations, supporting the firm’s strategic objectives. This pivotal role reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and involves direct line management of key finance team members, as well as overall functional oversight of the department’s critical workstreams.

This includes corporate accounting, fund accounting, audit management, treasury operations, FCA compliance, and financial input to investor reporting.

If you are an experienced Real Estate Finance leader who has operated at a Head of Finance or Controller level previously and bring strong experience in both private equity real estate fund reporting and real estate asset accounting this is not one of be missed.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance with accounting standards, and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate the annual audit process with external auditors to ensure timely and efficient completion.
• Manage quarterly financial reporting, including comprehensive NAV analysis, TVPI, DPI, and other key portfolio metrics.
• Supervise corporate accounting activities, including general ledger management, financial forecasting, and preparation of statutory accounts.
• Oversee corporate and fund treasury operations, ensuring effective cash management and liquidity planning.
• Conduct ongoing monitoring of the portfolio and asset-level KPIs, analysing data and evaluating projected performance returns.
• Collaborate with asset management and development management teams to ensure robust performance tracking and alignment with overall strategic goals.
• Implement new financial systems, oversee testing, roll-out, and the development of finance modules.
• Act as a key liaison between the finance department and other teams, ensuring alignment and efficient communication.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with 8+ years of post-qualification experience in a senior finance role.
• Strong background in real estate, private equity, or investment management, with expertise in corporate or fund accounting.
• Proven experience managing complex audits, treasury operations, and FCA compliance.
• Deep understanding of fund performance metrics, capital call processes, and portfolio monitoring.
• Experience dealing with LP/GP reporting, capital statements, GPS calculations and LPA (Limited Partnership Agreement) management
• Experience managing, leading, and developing finance teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strategic mindset and attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and systems.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package including a completion bonus.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and impactful role within a strategic finance capacity.
• Exposure to high-level financial operations and strategic decision-making.

To apply for this Head of Finance position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.