Fund Controller
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London
The details
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.
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