Finance Manager

Our client is a diversified property group with a growing portfolio spanning residential, commercial, and mixed-use assets. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a Finance Manager to support both day-to-day operations and broader strategic initiatives across the business.

Role Overview:
This is a hands-on finance role with wide-ranging responsibilities, including cash flow management, reporting, budgeting, and compliance. Working closely with senior leadership, the Finance Manager will also support transaction execution, financial modelling, and portfolio analysis. The ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset, sound financial acumen, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced property environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including ledgers, postings, and bank reconciliations

• Manage rent collection, supplier payments, and credit control processes

• Maintain rolling cash flow forecasts and ensure liquidity for operational commitments

• Monitor CAPEX and OPEX against budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities

• Deliver accurate month-end close, including P&L and balance sheet reconciliations

• Prepare annual statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP and ensure VAT compliance

• Support transaction execution and due diligence activities

• Assist with investment appraisals, including DCF, IRR, and NPV modelling

• Develop financial reports and dashboards for internal and investor use

• Conduct scenario analysis, portfolio reviews, and market research

• Support compliance reporting for fundraising and refinancing initiatives

Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related discipline

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or part-qualified), with relevant finance experience

• Open to recent graduates or professionals with up to several years’ experience

• Knowledge of UK financial reporting standards and VAT regulations

• Strong financial modelling skills and experience with investment analysis

• Proficient in Excel; familiarity with accounting systems such as Xero or Re-Leased is advantageous

• Detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting