Finance Director

On behalf of a growing real estate investment fund, we are currently seeking a Finance Director to lead and contribute to the development of its finance and accounting team.

Finance Director

Reporting To

Chief Executive Officer / Managing Director

Role Overview

The Finance Director will lead the firm's financial strategy, treasury management, capital structuring activities, while overseeing the financial accounting team.This role possesses financial leadership with hands-on capital markets execution, supporting the firm's growth through optimized capital stacks, liquidity management, and investor-aligned financing strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Treasury & Liquidity Management

• Design and implement treasury strategy aligned with investment and development cycles
• Manage cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and capital allocation across multiple assets and SPVs
• Optimize banking relationships, credit facilities, and working capital structures
• Oversee FX exposure, interest rate risk, and hedging strategies where applicable

Financial Strategy & Investment Support

• Partner with investment team on underwriting, financial modelling, and deal structuring
• Provide strategic input on portfolio allocation, leverage strategy, and exit planning
• Develop and maintain advanced financial models including waterfall structures and sensitivity analyses
• Support capital raising efforts including preparing investment materials and investor reporting

Financial Control & Reporting

• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and audit processes
• Manage external auditors, tax advisors, and financial consultants
• Establish robust financial governance across SPVs and investment vehicles

Stakeholder & Investor Management

• Act as key interface with lenders, investors, and financial partners
• Present financing strategies and portfolio performance to senior stakeholders
• Support investor communications related to capital structure and financial performance

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline, with CFA / CA.
• Minimum 12-15 years of relevant experience in real estate finance, private equity, or structured finance
• Preferably with experience in mezzanine debt financing, structured credit, or hybrid capital solutions
• Experience working within or alongside real estate investment platforms or developers