Financial Accountant

Cobalt Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A family office in London is seeking an experienced Group Financial Accountant to oversee financial operations and improve processes. This office-based role involves producing management accounts, handling VAT, and compliance tasks. Ideal candidates will have ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications and experience in real estate/accounting practices. Join a stable environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in accountancy practice, ideally with real estate/property investment businesses.
• Strong knowledge of VAT administration and HMRC filings.
• Ability to assist in process improvements and systems upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Timely production of management accounts for approximately 100 entities.
• Overseeing monthly bank reconciliations.
• Payroll and PAYE administration and compliance.

Skills

Double-entry bookkeeping

Fluency in balance sheets

Fluency in P&L statements

Proficiency in Excel

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent accounting qualification

Tools

Xero

Qube Property Management

Job description

Overview

About the Role
We are exclusively partnered with a privately held family office with over four decades of successful UK property investment. Operating through a network of 100 SPVs and employing around 25 people, the firm is based in North London and prides itself on stability, integrity, and long-term growth. This role is office-based (Parking facilities available). We are seeking an experienced and capable Group Financial Accountant to take a hands-on role in managing and modernising internal financial operations. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is a rare opportunity to become a key member of a close-knit, dedicated team and make a lasting impact by shaping the future of the company's financial systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Timely production of management accounts for approximately 100 entities (via Xero and Excel)
• Overseeing monthly bank reconciliations
• VAT administration and HMRC filings
• Payroll and PAYE administration and compliance
• Assisting in process improvements and systems upgrades (Xero, Qube integration, automation of bank downloads)

Minimum Requirements

• ACA/ ACCA/ CIMA or equivalent accounting qualification
• Experience in accountancy practice, ideally working with real estate/ property investment businesses
• Strong double-entry bookkeeping skills with fluency in balance sheets and P&Ls
• Proficiency in Excel
• Familiarity with Qube Property Management and/ or Xero is highly desirable

If you're looking for a long-term position in a stable, well-established environment with the opportunity to grow into a broader role and you have the relevant experience, we'd love to hear from you.