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A prominent financial services firm is seeking a Financial Controller for real estate portfolios across Europe. This role involves oversight of financial reporting, compliance, and acquisition support. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of real estate accounting experience, fluency in German and English, and relevant educational qualifications. This position starts as a two-year fixed-term contract with the possibility of becoming permanent. Benefits include a fitness membership and flexible working hours.
We are looking for an ambitious and financially talented professional to join our team as Financial Controller in Cologne. In this role you will assist with the oversight of the accounting, tax, treasury and certain corporate secretarial functions of real estate portfolios and legal entities across Europe. Additionally, you will gain exposure to other departments within the company such as acquisitions, capital markets, fund management, and property management. This role is initially offered as a two-year fixed term contract to cover parental leave, with the potential for a permanent position afterward.
Finance and Accounting:
Acquisitions Support:
Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Tax or related vocational training required; Chartered Accountant (CA) or other related certifications a plus
Work Experience: 3-7 years' experience in real estate accounting or related field with at least 2 years of experience preparing and/or reviewing financial statements
Language Proficiency: Exceptional written and verbal communication in German and English. Fluent in one additional European language is a plus (Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch or Italian)
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