Financial Controller - Estate Agency

Deverell Smith; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury estate agency in London seeks an experienced Financial Controller to oversee the financial operations of its prestigious portfolio across Europe. In this role, you will manage the full financial reporting cycle, coordinate with outsourced finance teams, and provide strategic insights to promote business growth. Ideal candidates should be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with strong analytical, communication, and management skills. The position offers flexible working options, making it an exciting opportunity for finance professionals.

Benefits

Exposure to high-value international transactions

Flexible working options

Opportunity to shape financial processes

Qualifications

• Qualified finance professional with ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent.
• Experience managing outsourced finance teams.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full financial reporting cycle including P&L and cash flow.
• Oversee outsourced finance teams and ensure compliance.
• Provide strategic financial insights for business growth.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent experience

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller to join a prestigious luxury estate agency with a portfolio of high-end properties across Europe. This is a unique opportunity to oversee financial operations for a dynamic, fast-growing business while working alongside a network of outsourced professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full financial reporting cycle, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow analysis.
• Oversee and coordinate outsourced finance teams (bookkeeping, payroll, tax advisors).
• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and KPIs across multiple European markets.
• Ensure compliance with local tax and regulatory requirements.
• Provide strategic financial insight to support business growth and decision‑making.
• Drive process improvements and maintain financial controls in a partially outsourced environment.

Requirements

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, or equivalent experience.
• Comfortable managing outsourced finance teams and liaising with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills.
• Hands‑on, proactive, and commercially minded.

What We Offer

• Exposure to high-value, international property transactions.
• Flexible working with a mix of in‑house and outsourced teams.
• Opportunity to shape financial processes across multiple markets.

Location: London with remote working options.

If you are a qualified, commercially aware finance professional looking for a challenging role in luxury real estate, we want to hear from you.