OUR CLIENT is an expanding international private group who have made a few substantial commercial investments in the UK property market. As they continue to grow and progress their UK business, they have instructed us to help them employ an experienced Senior Finance Manager to take responsibility of their focussed but large commercial assets in London. THE ROLE responsibilities for the Senior Finance Manager will include: Reporting to the Head of Asset Management the role will focus on all financial reporting, analysis and accounting requests for the real estate assets portfolio. Preparing annual budget and rolling forecasts -including asset level and service charge accounting. Developing and implementing financial and accounting strategies. Reviewing and consolidating internal financial and investment reports. Responsible for the periodic preparation of accounts including income and expenditure, balance sheets and cash flows. Managing internal and external audits and assisting in all tax related matters. Providing recommendations to optimize the quality of revenue, cost and profit. Supporting the team with new investment opportunities and new business models proposals as and when required. Ensuring that both the company and property assets remain compliant. Coordinating periodic property and rental valuations. Assisting with any restructuring and refinancing as required Handling any ad-hoc duties and projects as assigned. THE PERSON and SKILL REQUIREMENTS for the Senior Finance Manager role are: Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA etc) with an associated degree. At least 7 years’ experience in a comparable position with financial management and commercial property experience with at least 3 years at a senior level. Experience of service charge management of scale Strong – ‘hands on’ / sleeves rolled up attitude and track record Well-developed financial modelling skills with strong analytical mind. Good commercial sense, with strong problem solving and communication skills. Proven track record in delivering high levels of customer service. Experience of meeting operational targets in a demanding working environment. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Knowledge of overseas accounting standards and tax rules / regulations would be an advantage. Strong Excel / MS Office knowledge along with property management systems (QUBE, YARDI, Tramps, etc.) BENEFITS: 25 days holiday - pension, private medical, income protection, etc. OUR SPECIALISM Based in Mayfair in London, Trident are a specialist, boutique real estate recruitment consultancy who identify talent in property, finance and accounting. As a market leader we offer innovative, flexible and tailor made holistic solutions to the global real estate markets. OUR APPROACH Established in 1987 and with over 35 years of consulting, Trident International is an industry-leading boutique recruitment consultancy, offering a comprehensive suite of recruitment solutions with an emphasis on financial and professional recruitment for the global real estate market. We are a consultancy with a clear vision - our mission being to match the best market talent to the right organisation, helping to drive both clients’ businesses and candidates’ careers forward. Taking a holistic approach to recruitment, we have well over 100 years of sector experience across our Partners and Associates. Working in synergy with our clients, we partner with them as an extension of their team to attract and hire the best talent. CONTACT US If you would like to work with an established and recognised, proven consultancy (as a Client, Candidate or a potential employee) that is responsive to market changes, adds value wherever possible, and acts with ethical integrity at every step of the way - then please get in touch with us and we will be delighted to discuss your requirements and advise further.