Financial Controller - FIVE Real Estate

An Exhilarating OpportunityAre You Ready for a Daring Challenge with The World’s Hottest Luxury Hotel Group? Disruptive by Design, FIVE Hotels and Resorts is Redefining ‘FIVE-Star’ Hospitality and Setting the Gold Standard across the Industry.Join the FIVE Tribe - and Get Ready to Make Waves.The CandidateA Driven Self-Starter, you have Excellent Communication, Leadership and Organisational Skills. As an Astute Creative and Critical Thinker, you can Conceptualise and Implement Innovative Solutions in a Fast-Paced Environment. Not even the Smallest Detail Escapes Your Keen Eye and You Execute Tasks Proactively with Precision and Finesse. A ‘Can-Do!’ Attitude Coupled with An Inherent Flair for Taking Ownership Makes You a Highly Motivated Go-Getter.Your Outgoing and Approachable Nature enables you to Seamlessly Connect with other ‘FIVERs’ and key Stakeholders, ensuring that Their and Your Journey at FIVE is nothing short of Sensational. Joining our Finance Team as a Finance Controller will Empower you to deliver Exceptional Experiences across our award-winning Lifestyle Destinations. Jump on Board and Unlock your Potential in a Buzzing Environment that will take your Career to New Heights!What We’re Looking ForProfessionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with 7–10 years’ experience in Finance roles within real estate, development, or construction-led environments.Demonstrates a proven track record managing financial control, reporting and governance across property development, real estate investment or contracting operations.Applies strong technical knowledge of international financial reporting standards, particularly in relation to real estate assets and construction contracts.Brings advanced capability in financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management for real estate and development activities.Offers hands-on experience in contract accounting, cost control and project-based financial management, supported by strong Microsoft Excel and financial systems skills.Operates with strong commercial awareness and attention to detail, working confidently with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams in fast-paced, commercially driven and deadline-driven environments.Strong understanding of industry regulations is beneficial.Impeccable communication skills, both verbal and written, with fluency in English.A proactive nature, coupled with a meticulous eye for detail, ensuring every aspect of the operation is curated to perfection.A hands-on attitude, fuelled by a ‘Can-Do!’ Spirit.Key ResponsibilitiesOversees and directs all aspects of the Finance and Accounting Department at FIVE, ensuring Smooth and Efficient operations.Leads the preparation and delivery of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in line with international financial reporting standards, ensuring accuracy, consistency and timeliness.Maintains robust financial control and governance across real estate, development and operating entities within the Group's portfolio.Safeguards balance sheet Integrity, including property assets, work in progress, accruals, provisions and capital commitments.Develops and enforces internal controls, financial policies and procedures in line with FIVE's real estate and construction-related activities.Oversees financial reporting for property acquisitions, disposals, leasing arrangements and ongoing asset management activities.Manages budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning for real estate portfolios, hotel developments and refurbishment projects.Analyses project feasibility, ROI and IRR, investment returns and cost performance to support capital allocation and investment decisions.Monitors capital expenditure against approved budgets, funding structures and timelines, providing clear variance analysis.Exercises financial control over construction and development contracts, including payment certifications, variations, retentions and final accounts.Ensures accurate contract accounting aligned with commercial terms, project milestones and applicable accounting standards.Partners with legal, procurement and project teams to assess contractual risk, financial exposure, funding implications and cost impacts across development and construction contracts.Reviews contractor claims, payment applications and disputes, providing sound financial analysis and recommendations.Acts as a Finance Partner to Development, Real Estate, Procurement and Legal Stakeholders, providing clear commercial guidance.Supports senior leadership by ensuring high-quality financial reporting, analysis and decision-making support.Liaises with external auditors, advisers, banks and regulatory bodies to ensure effective communication and compliance.Ensures compliance with Statutory, Regulatory and Tax requirements, including oversight of property- and construction-related tax exposures, relevant to the Group’s real estate and construction activities.Leads audit processes relating to Property,