Senior Fund Accountant

Senior Fund Accountant – Real Estate | Permanent | London (Hybrid)

A leading real estate investment firm is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to join its London Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain visibility across real estate funds and work closely with a wide range of stakeholders, including fund managers, asset managers, tax, administrators, and investors.

Based in central London with a flexible hybrid setup (3 days in office), this role offers a mix of hands-on technical work, financial oversight, and strategic input into investment performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of accounting for UK and international real estate investment structures
• Review management accounts from local administrators and ensure accuracy of GAAP adjustments, NAV calculations, and financial reporting
• Coordinate with external service providers including local accountants, auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel
• Manage periodic financial statements, audit processes, and regulatory filings
• Prepare and analyse cash flow forecasts, capital drawdowns, distributions, and liquidity planning
• Work closely with asset managers and investment teams to monitor property-level financial performance and support strategic decision-making
• Lead tax compliance in coordination with advisors, including review of tax computations and updates to financial models
• Organise board meetings and resolutions, and oversee invoice payments with external vendors
• Handle investor queries and ensure timely, high-quality responses to internal and external stakeholders

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least 3 years of experience, ideally within real estate, fund administration, or audit.
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS, with experience preparing and reviewing consolidated financial statements
• Proven ability to manage third-party providers and coordinate across multi-disciplinary teams
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical mindset, and comfort working under tight deadlines
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence in managing large data sets and financial models
• Effective communicator with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-specialists
• Proactive, organised, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Package & Benefits:

• Hybrid working model (3 days in central London)
• Brand new office with premium on-site facilities including café, gym, and restaurant
• Private health insurance and generous benefits
• Continuous development through internal training and learning platforms
• Inclusive and supportive working culture

If you're a commercially minded accountant looking to deepen your expertise in real estate fund accounting and take on a high-impact role with visibility across the business then apply now.

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