Finance Director – Real Estate Development

Job type:Permanent
Sector:Real Estate, Construction & Property Services
Location:London
Location Specifics:West End
Salary:DOE Circa £125,000 + Bonus + Bens
Job ref:DW 9/3/2026
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About the Role

A London-based real estate development and investment business is seeking a hands-on Finance Director to lead all aspects of finance across a complex group structure. Operating within a lean, entrepreneurial team, this role combines strategic leadership with detailed operational delivery, supporting development activity, investment structures and shareholder interests.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead group-wide financial reporting, statutory accounts, audits and budgeting across multiple entities
  • Oversee treasury, cashflow forecasting, banking relationships and payment controls
  • Own tax compliance and planning, including VAT, CIS and corporation tax across development and investment structures
  • Support commercial activity, including development appraisals, project modelling, capital raising and debt finance
  • Manage finance systems, insurance, HR administration and external advisors within a controlled, well-governed environment

Required Profile

  • Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent)
  • Strong experience within real estate, property development or investment-led businesses
  • Comfortable operating in a small, fast-moving, owner-led environment
  • Excellent technical finance, tax and control capability with strong Excel-based modelling skills
  • Discreet, commercially minded and confident managing complex structures and stakeholder relationships

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