Commercial finance manager

Equifind are recruiting a Commercial Finance Manager to join a privately owned real estate investment and operating business based in their Mayfair office.

The firm specialises in creating, investing in and scaling institutional real estate platforms. Its portfolio spans multiple sectors, including logistics, data centres, residential, industrial and hospitality, with assets and investments valued in the billions.

The role is primarily office-based at the firm's Mayfair headquarters, with some flexibility, and will also require occasional travel to Essex where a number of assets and finance team members are based. This is likely to be around once a week, perhaps more frequently in the early stages while you get to know the team and wider business.

The remit is broad, spanning strategic financial planning, tax, commercial analysis and business partnering across the portfolio. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across the business and gain exposure to a diverse range of operating platforms, investments and financing structures.

Key deliverables within the role:

• Partner with stakeholders across the business to assess financial performance, investment returns, business cases and risk.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and commercial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Lead tax planning initiatives, restructurings and transactions, ensuring compliance while identifying opportunities for efficiency and value creation.
• Act as a key finance contact for shareholders, lenders and strategic partners, including the preparation of reporting and ad hoc analysis.
• Support capital raising, debt management and corporate transactions, while contributing to wider strategic and operational initiatives across the portfolio.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a minimum of three years PQE.
• Experience in tax planning, corporate transactions and/or restructurings (CTA beneficial).
• Strong financial modelling, investment analysis and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience working with lenders, debt facilities and covenant reporting.
• Confident engaging with senior stakeholders, including shareholders and C-suite executives.
• Experience within an investment-led environment such as private equity, real estate, infrastructure, family office or asset management would be advantageous.

Remuneration:

The package on offer is competitive and will depend on experience. The business is open to considering candidates from a range of backgrounds, including those looking to step up into a more senior role, as well as more experienced individuals who can quickly add value across the portfolio. Experience salary range is to be around the £100,000 level +/-

This is in addition to a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.