Fund Controller

Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic Real Estate Investment Manager in London is seeking a qualified Fund Controller to oversee a mezzanine debt fund in its divestment phase. The successful candidate will manage financial statements, investor reporting, and compliance processes while collaborating with fund managers. Applicants must be ACA or ACCA qualified with 1-2 years of relevant experience and have a strong understanding of loan agreements.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years post-qualification experience required.
• In-house experience is essential.
• Experience in fund accounting or commercial real estate debt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and reporting processes using Yardi.
• Manage financial statements and investor reporting.
• Lead audit and tax compliance processes.

Skills

Fund accounting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Understanding of loan agreements

Proficient in Excel

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Are you a qualified accountant with a passion for real estate debt investments? We're seeking a driven and detail-oriented Fund Controller to join a dynamic Real Estate Investment Manager based in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a mezzanine debt fund in its divestment phase and oversee three separate account mandates currently in their investment period.

About the Team

The Debt Investments team manages a diverse portfolio across the structure, including senior debt, whole loans, and mezzanine debt. The Finance & Loan Agency team of six professionals is responsible for accounting, financial reporting, cash management, compliance, and loan servicing across multiple funds and separate accounts.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Operations

• Oversee accounting, consolidation, and reporting processes using Yardi.
• Manage quarterly/annual financial statements, investor reporting, and financial accounts.
• Lead audit and tax compliance processes, including coordination with external advisors.
• Serve as the primary contact for fund managers, asset managers, and administrators.
• Handle cash management, investor calls, and distributions.
• Support fund structuring, bank financing, and entity liquidations.
• Collaborate across internal finance functions to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Assist in due diligence and structuring of new debt investments.
• Liaise with banking teams and service providers for account setup and operations.

Loan Agency & Servicing

• Oversee loan servicing including deal setup, interest statements, compliance testing, and borrower interactions.
• Maintain a deep understanding of the loan investment portfolio.

Qualifications & Experience

• ACA or ACCA qualified with 1-2 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in fund accounting or commercial real estate debt (both preferred but not essential).
• In-house experience is essential.
• Strong understanding of loan agreements and operational clauses.
• Proficient in Excel; experience with Yardi or similar GL systems is a plus.
• Commercial mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Please note, due to the urgent nature of the role, candidates must have a notice period of 1 month or less to be considered for the position.

We look forward to receiving your application.