Financial Accountant - Build to Rent

Financial Accountant - Build to Rent

Financial Accountant - Build to Rent

Apply locations Canary Wharf, London, E14
time type Full time
posted on Posted Yesterday
job requisition id R2099
Department: Accounts

JOB SUMMARY

Our rapidly growing 'Build to Rent' segment requires an additional financial accountant to take ownership of all aspects of financial reporting for a subset of entities within the division. This role will play a key part in establishing reporting processes for new entities and ensuring timely accurate reporting of those already existing.

The build to rent segment comprises of all private residential rental assets on the estate. This includes eight existing buildings with additional properties completing over the next few years.

The role will assist the Build to Rent finance team to complete efficient quarterly close process for shareholder reporting and year end statutory financial reporting as well as ensuring high quality management information, analysis and insight is available.

4 days office / 1 WFH
Salary: £50-60k

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for Vertus Edit, a subset of entities within BTR segment, involving detailed quarterly review of each entity's TB and associated supporting schedules to ensure that financial information is accurate, and entries recorded in the correct entities and codes.
• Work closely with the Vertus operational management team to ensure necessary and accurate financial information is available in a timely manner.
• Working in partnership with the commercial finance team to make sure that quarterly segment reporting is prepared accurately and in accordance with the requirements of the Group's main reporting deadlines.
• Investigate, document and reconcile third party accounts with internal records, analysing variances and working with internal and externals partners to resolve discrepancies.
• Delivery of annual financial statements within the required timeframe.
• Liaison with auditors and dealing with audit queries.
• Identify and implement system and process improvements.
• Ensure intercompany billings for the segment are accurate and up to date.
• Perform other finance tasks as required.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

1. Must be part or fully ACA or ACCA qualified and have experience in a hands-on accountancy role including the preparation of financial accounts.
2. Must possess an outstanding academic record, with strong mathematical competence.
3. Must have a good understanding of accounting standards; including old UK GAAP, FRS 102, IFRS and Companies Act requirements for financial statements.
4. Knowledge of the Build to Rent industry would be beneficial.
5. Must be able to self-manage, take ownership of tasks and bear responsibility for work produced.
6. Must have a strong academic background.
7. Must possess good general IT skills and be an advanced user of Excel. Experience in using Yardi Voyager system would be advantageous.
8. Must be hard-working, meticulous and demonstrate attention to detail.

HEALTH SAFETY AND WELFARE RESPONSIBILITIES

All staff are required to fulfil their legal duty to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts and omissions, and to follow all guidance and instructions given in this respect.

COMPANY VALUES

Commit to Excellence

• Act with integrity and deliver high performance.
• Put our customers at the heart of what we do.
• Resolve issues by providing high quality solutions.

Foster Collaboration

• Find opportunities to collaborate with others across the business to achieve shared goals.
• Encourage inclusive networks and treat others with respect and fairness.
• Use knowledge to work effectively with suppliers/contractors to meet shared goals.

Encourage Engagement

• Confident in making decisions appropriate to the role.
• Learn from mistakes and listen to constructive feedback to improve performance.
• Prioritise safety and actively support community, wellbeing and sustainability programmes.

Take Ownership

• Take pride in delivering high quality service which exceeds expectations.
• Committed to opportunities for self-development.
• Take responsibility for my own performance and look for ways to improve.

Embrace Innovation

• Embrace change and innovation.
• Proactively suggest ways to improve our business and encourage others to share ideas.
• See new challenges as opportunities to deliver effective change.

WHAT WE OFFER

Diversity and Inclusion

We recognise the importance of embracing diverse experience, skills and perspectives at all levels and operating in an inclusive working environment.

Flexible Working

As an inclusive employer, we recognise the positive impact flexible working can have on an individual, their wellbeing, engagement and productivity.

Learning and Development

At Canary Wharf Group, our employees receive a wide range of support to help improve their skills and achieve their career goals.

Other Benefits

We are committed to building a safe, happy and healthy community for our employees and we offer a comprehensive range of benefits.

If you are interested in joining our highly professional and skilled team for our next exciting phase of development, please complete the form on this page to apply online.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint at any point.