Equifind are recruiting for a qualified Financial Accountant to join a Property Development firm in London.

This is a key role within a finance team of seven people, supporting the Head of Finance and overseeing core financial reporting across the Group’s corporate entities. You’ll manage three direct reports and play a hands-on role in preparing financial accounts, audit readiness, and tax reporting cycles.

We’re looking for a proactive, ambitious accountant who thrives in a fast-moving environment and enjoys improving processes, strengthening controls, and supporting senior leadership with clear, accurate financial insight. The work is currently done by an outsourced accounting firm and the plan is to work with them to in-source the finance work.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial accounts and ensure all information is ready for monthly and annual reporting packs
• Manage and mentor three direct reports (AP & AR)
• Advise the Head of Finance on audit preparation and statutory accounts
• Lead the year-end process, including review of consolidated statutory accounts
• Liaise with auditors to ensure timely completion of audits
• Manage tax reporting cycles for management entities
• Coordinate with outsourced tax advisers, ensuring efficient information flow and timely filings
• Review tax outputs and ensure compliance with deadlines
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and intercompany recharge processes
• Drive operational efficiencies across finance processes
• Manage treasury, including cashflow forecasting
• Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles
• Apply strong understanding of capital allowances within the property sector
• Work collaboratively across the business to support commercial and operational decision-making