Financial Director

I’m partnering with a fast‑growing private equity real estate investor and developer to appoint a high‑impact Finance Director.The firm specialises in repositioning and redeveloping assets across the UK, with a project pipeline exceeding £800m and a track record spanning hotels, student accommodation, residential, and retail.The business uses a flexible investment approach, working across various fund and partnership structures. They’re building a team of bright, inquisitive individuals who thrive on analytical problem‑solving and creating meaningful impact.The RoleThis is a senior leadership position overseeing the entire finance function across Funds, Group entities, and multiple project‑level SPVs.You’ll act as a strategic partner to senior leadership, investors, and lenders, balancing rigorous financial control with commercial insight.Leading a team of five and managing the finance operations across active projects. The remit spans financial control, corporate and project finance, fund finance, reporting, compliance, and investor relations.The ideal candidate brings broad finance experience whether from private equity, investment banking, accounting, audit, real estate funds, bank risk or REITs.Key ResponsibilitiesFull leadership responsibilities over personal and functions embedding strong controls and refining the financial processes and operating frameworks.Maintain oversight of bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial accuracyManage Group, Fund, and SPV financial controlOversee banking relationships and funding facilitiesLead AP/AR, rent collection, payroll, pensions, and supplier paymentsPartner with development teams on cost control, forecasting, and drawdownsSupport lender reporting and project‑level financial insightOwn month‑end close and deliver high‑quality reportingOversee statutory accounts under UK standardsEnsure VAT, tax, and regulatory complianceManage lender reporting and covenant monitoringDeliver investor communications and fund updatesManage equity drawdowns and distributionsCoordinate Fund/SPV audits and onboarding/KYCOversee FCA‑related complianceQualifications & SkillsDegree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, STEM, or similarStrong Excel, analytical and quantitative abilityDeep understanding of UK accounting principlesConfident people manager with strong organisational skillsComfortable working in a dynamic, hands‑on environmentFundraising experience is a bonusA thorough and robust due‑diligence process will be undertaken to ensure the appointment of the strongest and most suitable candidate. So if you would be interested in an initial discussion do reach out to me on 07478720481. #J-18808-Ljbffr