Investment Accounting Manager

London | Hybrid Working (3 days) | 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

An international organisation with a significant and highly diversified investment portfolio is recruiting for an Investment Accounting Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a high-profile role taking ownership of a major direct property portfolio, leading year-end reporting, valuations oversight, audit management and stakeholder engagement across investment, property and external advisory teams.

Responsibilities

• Own the preparation and review of financial statements for complex property structures and entities
• Manage property accounting, reporting, reconciliations and financial controls
• Oversee year-end reporting and coordinate internal and external audit requirements
• Lead the property valuation review process, challenging assumptions and ensuring valuation accuracy
• Partner with property development teams on major development projects and transactions
• Manage accounting implications of acquisitions, disposals, restructurings and development activity
• Liaise with managing agents, valuers, development managers and other external service providers
• Ensure compliance with relevant tax, legal and accounting requirements
• Supervise and develop junior accountants while maintaining a strong control environment
• Build strong relationships with investment, finance and property stakeholders across the organisation

Successful Candidate

• Strong investment accounting experience gained under UK GAAP and/or IFRS
• Direct investment property accounting experience
• Understanding of UK tax and legal compliance requirements relating to investment property
• Experience managing or supervising a small team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
• Experience dealing with complex investment structures and accounting arrangements

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