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!