Financial Controller

Oyster; London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Oyster is seeking a Financial Controller for a prestigious UK real estate fund, imperative for financial strategy and operations. Join a dynamic finance team during a period of growth, overseeing financial reporting and operations, and enhancing internal controls, in a role with competitive remuneration and bonuses.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Collaborative, entrepreneurial work culture

Qualifications

• 5-6 years post-qualification experience in finance.
• Experience in real estate investment or private equity preferred.
• Ability to present financial insights to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting.
• Monitor and optimise cash flow and financial risk.
• Develop internal controls and financial policies.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Commercial acumen

Attention to detail

Financial analysis

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

This range is provided by Oyster. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Recruitment Consultant - Specialising in Finance

I am working exclusively with a UK real estate fund and investor, renowned for its diverse portfolio and strategic investment approach.

Following a series of high-profile acquisitions and continued expansion, they are seeking a commercially minded Financial Controller to join their dynamic and fast-paced finance team.

This is an exciting time to join a business entering a period of accelerated growth. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy and operations of a highly respected investment group with a strong track record in delivering value across commercial, residential, and mixed-use real estate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly management accounts
• Monitor and optimise cash flow, working capital, and financial risk
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, coordinating with external auditors and tax advisors
• Develop and strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and reporting systems
• Provide high-quality financial analysis to support investment decisions and asset performance
• Partner with senior leadership to deliver growth initiatives and support fundraising activities
• Implement scalable financial processes and systems in line with international best practices

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• 5-6 years post-qualification experience, ideally within real estate investment, private equity, or a fund environment
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with commercial acumen
• Proven ability to operate in a high-performance, entrepreneurial setting
• Exceptional attention to detail and confidence in presenting financial insight to senior stakeholders
• International experience or multi-jurisdictional exposure is advantageous

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Strategic, high-impact role within a leading global investment platform
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial working culture with exposure to decision-makers
• Hybrid working and international scope

If you're a proactive finance professional looking to take the next step in your career with a top-tier real estate investor, we’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch or share this with anyone in your network who may be open to a new opportunity.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Accounting/Auditing

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