Looking to step into a high-impact Finance Manager role within a fast-paced, international environment? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading, globally connected real estate business with strong European operations.

The company

A global, market-leading real estate organisation with a significant presence across the UK and Europe. Known for its collaborative culture and high-performance finance function, this business offers excellent exposure to senior stakeholders and international operations.

Role & Responsibilities

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you’ll take ownership of corporate accounting across Europe (UK & Ireland focus), playing a key role in reporting, controls, and business partnering.

• Lead monthly financial reporting with clear variance analysis
• Oversee operating costs, including payroll, and provide insights to FP&A
• Manage VAT and compliance reporting (UK & Ireland)
• Partner with FP&A on budgets, forecasts, and business planning
• Own audit processes and act as key contact for external auditors
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and strengthen financial controls
• Drive process improvements and enhance reporting quality
• Lead and develop a small international team

What's required

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified
• Proven experience in a similar role within a multi-entity, international business
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (ideally within real estate)
• Experience in compliance, including VAT preparation and submission
• Experience in payroll accounting
• Strong leadership, communication, and business partnering skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

What you get

• High-visibility role with senior stakeholder exposure
• International scope across UK & Europe
• Leadership responsibility with team management
• Opportunity to influence processes, controls, and strategy
• Clear progression within a global organisation
• Excellent salary & benefits package & hybrid working (3 days office based)