Head of Family office/ Finance

Head of Family Office/ Finance

West London, Office-based

Up to £100,000 p.a. plus bonus

We are partnered with a prestigious family office with significant interests in the property development/ construction industry seeking a qualified experienced Accountant to join the team as the Head of Family Office/ Finance Director. You will be reporting directly to the owner of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage invoice workflows, approval processes, and weekly payment reporting
• Oversee bank account administration and liaise with banks for payment processing
• Analyse and review quotes and invoices for cost control and accuracy
• Handle daily accounting and annual accounts for various entities, including yacht and land partnership
• Prepare construction budgets, conduct bank reconciliations, and manage VAT returns
• Assist with personal and corporate tax matters, including liaising with tax advisors
• Coordinate with private banks and brokers for asset transactions
• Monitor liquidity and oversee cash management strategies
• Manage financing for property projects
• Arrange and manage insurance for private properties, assets, and yachts
• Handle claims, disposals, and compliance with relevant regulations
• Collaborate with overseas administrators to manage international staff employment and payroll
• Liaise with property staff and third parties for maintenance, security, and contracts
• Oversee major projects, such as archiving and property-related initiatives
• Assist with procurement, recruitment, and vendor management
• Provide administrative support for succession planning and tax compliance

Minimum requirements:

• ACCA, ACA, or CIMA qualification
• Previous experience working for a family office/ High-Net-Worth environments, with direct report/ exposure to the Principal/ owner
• Experience in Property development/ Construction/ Real Estate is important
• Excellent attention to detail is fundamental in this role