Corporate Financial Controller

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the investment sector is seeking a Fund Financial Controller to join their prestigious team in London. This role involves close collaboration with the CFO, overseeing financial reporting, fund administration, and cash management for a significant portfolio. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with a strong background in fund accounting, particularly within real estate. This position offers a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly contribute to the management of a £30bn AUM portfolio and the successful launch of new funds in the coming years.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with at least 3 years of experience in fund accounting.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily financial reporting and control for the fund.
• Manage fund administration teams and oversee audits.
• Prepare cash forecasts and manage capital calls.

Skills

Fund Accounting

Financial Reporting

Cash Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

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• Permanent
• London
• Number 2 to the CFO

Cobalt is excited to be working with a prestigious investment firm based in London to secure a Fund Financial Controller. Our client currently manages approximately £30bn AUM globally across multiple alternative asset classes, including private equity, credit, and real assets. The role is within the real assets team and involves working closely with the CFO on managing the current European fund and assisting in raising a new fund in 2025.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of daily financial reporting and control
• Manage the fund administration teams integral to fund control
• Ensure timely delivery of quarterly financial reports and partner’s capital updates to stakeholders
• Oversee the year-end audit process
• Maintain robust cash controls, liquidity reporting, and treasury management
• Prepare cash forecasts, develop cash planning strategies, and manage capital calls and distributions
• Manage the subscription facility with the fund’s agent
• Oversee the hedging strategy (FX and IR) in collaboration with advisors

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• At least 3 years of post-qualification experience in fund accounting, preferably in real estate
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with keen attention to detail
• Motivated, with strong communication skills and relationship-building abilities
• Results-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy
• Proactive with the ability to work accurately under tight deadlines, demonstrating professionalism and maturity