About
The Crown Estate manages a diverse portfolio that includes central London destinations, retail and leisure properties across the country, rural land, the seabed and foreshore around England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and the Windsor Estate. It also operates in the UK offshore wind sector and supports marine aggregates, cables and pipelines.
Responsibilities
•Lead monthly, quarterly and annual reporting for the Regional portfolio, analyzing financial performance, valuation movements, risks and opportunities
•Own budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning with business stakeholders and Group Finance
•Present financial performance, forecasts and recommendations to senior leaders, governance forums and Joint Venture Boards
•Oversee customer collections, arrears management and write-off governance
•Improve reporting, forecasting and finance processes through automation, standardization and continuous improvement
•Lead finance for Regional Joint Ventures, ensuring strong governance, financial control and accurate reporting
•Own the Joint Venture reporting cycle and maintain consistency between Joint Venture and Crown Estate reporting
•Ensure compliance with contractual agreements, delegated authorities and governance frameworks
•Build relationships with Joint Venture partners as their primary finance contact and advisor
•Partner with the Head of Portfolio Management and Regional leadership team
•Support strategic planning and commercial decisions through financial modelling, scenario analysis, business cases and investment appraisals
•Evaluate asset management opportunities, including regears, renewals, lettings, development initiatives, acquisitions and disposals
•Support property onboarding and conduct financial due diligence across customers, suppliers and investment opportunities
•Identify and maximize portfolio opportunities and mitigate risks with managing agents and internal stakeholders
•Provide financial oversight, reporting and commercial support for development and major refurbishment projects
•Support development appraisals, project phasing, funding requirements and return assessments
•Ensure capital expenditure, development drawdowns and cash movements are accurately reflected in forecasts and reporting
•Align financial outcomes with commercial objectives alongside Development teams
•Lead, coach and develop a high-performing finance team
•Build financial modelling capability across the team while contributing to complex analysis
•Set high standards for technical excellence, governance, stakeholder management and continuous improvement
Requirements
•ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified with significant post-qualification experience
•Experience in commercial real estate, property, investment or asset management finance
•Strong background in financial reporting, forecasting and strategic planning in complex commercial organizations
•Knowledge of governance frameworks, financial controls and Joint Venture structures
•Ability to interpret complex financial information and turn insights into practical commercial recommendations
•Advanced experience developing, reviewing and challenging sophisticated financial models
•Commercial acumen supporting investment, development, asset management and strategic decision-making
•Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-support skills
•Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders, external partners and Joint Venture organizations
•Confident communication and presentation skills for financial and non-financial audiences
•Collaborative and influential approach, with the ability to provide constructive challenge and drive informed decisions
•Hands-on, delivery-focused approach and willingness to engage in operational detail
•Advanced Excel, financial modelling and financial systems skills
•Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness
•Commitment to improving finance processes, controls, governance and operational efficiency
Conditions
Not specified in the posting.
