Accountant (6-Month Contract)

Central London - Soho/Bloomsbury (100% office-based)

The Opportunity

We are working with a leading international real estate and infrastructure business at the forefront of healthcare and residential assets. With a strong presence across the UK, US and Europe, the firm offers a fast-paced, collaborative environment and the opportunity to work on high-profile partnerships.

They are currently seeking an Accountant to join their London team on an initial 6-month contract, supporting financial reporting and partnership accounting activities. There is a good chance this could turn into a permanent role in the long-term.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the flow of financial information between UK-based partners/operators and internal stakeholders
• Perform monthly financial uploads and reconcile operator submissions
• Prepare supporting workpapers and carry out internal control procedures
• Consolidate financial data for reporting and performance analysis
• Produce accurate partnership financial statements in line with relevant accounting standards
• Calculate and process monthly partner distributions
• Assist with tax-related data preparation and compliance
• Support audit processes and respond to auditor queries
• Year end financial reporting (UK GAAP, IFRS)
• Review financial submissions and investigate variances or anomalies

Requirements

• 1-4 years' experience in accounting, audit, or finance (practice or industry)
• ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified or equivalent but would also like to invite applications from candidates that are QBE or part-qualified
• Strong understanding of financial statements and controls from a Real Estate background
• Strong UK GAAP experience (IFRS / US GAAP exposure beneficial)
• Working knowledge of Yardi and intermediate to advanced Excel skills would be a distinct advantage
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and cross-functional environment

Additional Information

• This role is fully office-based in Central London
• Immediate or short notice candidates preferred (1 month maximum)

Why Apply?

• Exposure to a high-performing, international business
• Opportunity to work across UK and US finance teams
• Great platform for developing partnership accounting and reporting experience

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