Fund Controller

Equifind; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Retirement savings plans

Career development

Office in Victoria, London

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Equifind is recruiting a Fund Controller for its London operation (Victoria). You will oversee fund finance, treasury, reporting, and control processes across real estate vehicles, working closely with the senior leadership team.

The role requires a qualified chartered accountant with 4+ years in fund finance (pref. private equity real estate), strong Lux GAAP knowledge, and excellent communication skills in a fast-paced, global environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified chartered accountant with audit training.
• 4+ years post-qualification experience in fund finance (private equity real estate preferred).
• Strong understanding of Lux GAAP and robust communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing fund administrators and outsourced advisors.
• Building out and delivering efficient, robust reporting.
• Managing fund budgeting and cash forecasting, including capital calls and distributions.

Skills

Chartered Accountant

Audit experience

Lux GAAP

Education

Chartered Accountant Certification (ACA/ACCA)

Job description

Equifind is supporting a large, multi-faceted European property investment and management platform to recruit a Fund Controller to join their London operation. Offices are based in Victoria.

This is a dynamic and broad role, where you’ll be involved in all aspects of the business -including finance, treasury, due diligence, deal execution, structuring, and reporting while working closely with the entire senior leadership team.

It’s a fantastic opportunity for someone motivated by the prospect of joining a fast-growing business at an early stage, and eager to work alongside some of the most experienced and high-calibre professionals in the real estate space.

• Overseeing fund administrators and outsourced advisors
• Responsible for overseeing the build out and delivery of efficient and robust reporting
• Managing the fund budgeting and cash forecasting process, including capital calls and distributions.
• Oversight and management of fund and advisor payments, invoices and expenses as well as oversight of financing.
• Supporting investment teams in new transactions and the onboarding of new investments
• Providing input to the operational and financial initiatives within portfolio and on-going assessment of portfolio valuations
• Contribute to key day-to-day initiatives alongside operational team

Application requirements:

• Qualified chartered accountant (preferably audit trained)
• A minimum of 4 years post-qualified experience, within a fund finance function (ideally private equity real estate)
• Strong understanding of Lux GAAP
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and global environment.
• Strategic mindset and the ability to think critically and make sound decisions.

What’s on offer:

• 25 days annual leave.
• Retirement savings plans and investment options.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Employee assistance programs and various employee perks.

Interested candidates must be happy to work from the office 5 days per week during probation, reducing to 4 days per week afterwards.