Real Estate Fund Accountant - Strand Hill Consulting : Job Details

Fund Accountant - Real Estate Investment Management

Location: Central London | Hybrid (4 days in-office)

A leading real estate investment and development business is seeking a highly capable and detail-oriented Fund Accountant to join its finance team. With a track record of success in industrial and commercial property across the UK and Europe, the company manages a growing portfolio of development and asset management mandates in partnership with institutional and third-party investors.

About the Role

The Fund Accountant will play a key role in supporting both the development and asset management functions by delivering end-to-end financial reporting, statutory accounts preparation, and property-related accounting. This is a wide-ranging role suited to someone who enjoys variety and values working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of management accounts, lender and covenant reporting.
• Annual financial statements using accounts preparation software.
• Submission of VAT and CIS returns; support new registrations as needed.
• Reconciliation of intercompany balances and maintenance of balance sheet integrity.
• Oversight of property accounting, including:
• Posting of journals from property managers
• Tenancy schedule and rent deposit maintenance
• Service charge reconciliations
• Invoice processing and supplier payments

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Part qualified, Finalist or fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong working knowledge of FRS102 and statutory reporting.
• Solid experience in property accounting, including service charges and investment property.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Proficient in Excel

What’s Offered

• Hybrid working (4 days in office, 1 day remote)
• Study support package
• A collaborative, supportive culture within a growing and ambitious organisation
• Exposure to a wide variety of work in the property investment and development space