We are currently recruiting a Fund Controller for a highly acquisitive, boutique pan-European real estate investment manager.
The Fund Controller role is based in the London office, which has c.25 professionals across Finance & Accounting, Investment & Asset Management, Fund Formation, and Investor Relations. The position offers strong exposure across the real estate platform and close collaboration with senior stakeholders.
This is a broad and commercially focused role, working closely with the investment team across the full fund and asset lifecycle.
Key responsibilities include:
*Partnering with the investment team to support complex transactions, acquisitions and exit strategies
*Supporting strategic financial planning, including new fund launches, financing arrangements and treasury management
*Leading the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements for private funds and SPVs, including NAV calculations, distributions and expense allocations
*Reviewing general ledgers and reporting packs produced by third-party administrators
*Preparing investor, lender and internal reporting packs
*Producing and reviewing performance reporting, including IRR calculations, management fee and carried interest calculations
*Ensuring compliance with IFRS or local GAAP, depending on jurisdiction
*Preparing consolidation entries for acquisitions, disposals, share purchases and refinancings
*Working closely with Asset Management to ensure alignment between operational data and accounting records
*Monitoring liquidity, capital calls and investor distributions
*Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management for management entities
To be considered for this Fund Controller (Real Estate) opportunity, candidates should have:
*Accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
*A strong academic background
*Progressive experience within real estate finance, either in-house at a real estate investment manager, within audit, or with a third-party administrator
*The ability to manage multiple deadlines and complex projects in a fast-paced environment
*A collaborative mindset and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment
To register your interest and for immediate consideration, please Apply Now.