Centre Finance Manager

We're looking for a talented individual to join our Finance Team as the Centre Finance Manager for Westfield London, on a 12-month fixed-term contract, maternity cover.

Key objectives  

The key focus of this role is to assist in preparing and presenting the annual service charge budget, management of Centre Finance month-end procedures, re-forecasting the service charge cost base and centre-related CAPEX on a quarterly basis, and providing the necessary support to Centre Management stakeholders.

What you will be doing… 

Budgeting and Financial Management

• Prepare and present the annual budget and forecast routines with the Centre Management team;

• Ownership of Capex accounting process and forecasting in collaboration with the Assistant General Manager, and liaising with Controlling to support updates with the Joint Venture;

• Continually review service processes to identify operating and cost efficiencies;

• Oversee all financial functions and control procedures necessary at centre level, incorporating established company policies and procedures.

Accounting

• Oversight of month end processes & procedures, including P&L variance analysis, monitoring performance against budget, and producing quarterly forecasts and risk & opportunity updates;

• Tracking and reporting of centre-related capital expenditure.

Service Charge

• Prepare and gain approval for the annual Service Charge Budget and Retailer Packs;

• Work with Centre Management and Central Finance teams to keep tenant charges within commercially acceptable boundaries;

• Assist with annual service charge audit process;

• Assist in resolving queries from tenants regarding service charges and related matters as required.

Centre Management Activities

• Maintain an adequate level of knowledge and training in relevant operating, risk management and health & safety procedures;

• Attend strategy reviews and contribute to the setting and achieving of objectives.

Team Management

• Provide clear guidance and management to all direct reports, ensuring business and personal objectives are set and achieved;

• Conduct direct report performance reviews and ensure that all staff have regular reviews in line with company policy;

Stakeholder Reporting & Relations

• Preparation of monthly and quarterly financial information and schedules to Corporate Finance to support reporting obligations to Head Office;

• Routine and ad hoc analysis and reporting for all interested parties as and when required;

• Assist the Assistant General Manager with obtaining internal and Joint Venture consent for tenant assistance, payment plans, capital projects and other items as required;

• Assist as required with the preparation of information for annual group audit and statutory audits;

• Assisting as required with Joint Venture reporting.

What skills, experience, and knowledge will you need to be successful? 

• Relevant accounting qualification;

• Strong commercial experience gained in mid-level management with a proven track record of establishing policies and procedures, providing impetus and direction to financial reporting.

• Competent technical and systems skills including Microsoft Excel (essential) and accounting software (JD Edwards desirable but not required);

• People management experience;

• Evidence of strong communication skills, written and verbal;

• Working knowledge of property service charge management desirable.

Who are we? 

At Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW), we develop and operate a portfolio of sustainable, premium, mixed-use real estate assets across Europe and the United States. Driven by our purpose to Reinvent Being Together, we are committed to accelerating urban regeneration and rethinking how we live together in cities. Today, 2,000 dedicated individuals are working together to reshape the future of real estate and shopping centres by creating innovative, engaging spaces that truly redefine community connections. 

Our flagship destinations are more than just places; they're the heartbeat of the community. We empower our employees to make a real impact through volunteering, DE&I programs, and leading ESG efforts. URW is at the forefront of experiential entertainment, constantly pushing boundaries to craft unforgettable in-person and digital experiences. By surprising and delighting our customers, we create magical moments and reinvent togetherness in every interaction. 

Within our Northern Europe Region - spanning the Netherlands, Denmark, Sweden, and the UK - we own and manage eight exceptional assets. These include Westfield London, Westfield Stratford City, Westfield Mall of the Netherlands and Stadshart Amstelveen. 

Why work for us: 

We put people development and learning at the heart of what we do. We'll help you master your role, build your technical skills, and take advantage of top-notch management and leadership programs. From face-to-face workshops to our global online learning resources, we encourage you to make learning a part of your daily routine. 

We offer a fantastic pension plan, bonus scheme, and plenty of other incentives. We also prioritise your health and wellbeing, training employees as mental health ambassadors to support and educate our team. Plus, you can sign up for medical and dental insurance, gym discounts, health check-ups, and more. 

Want to know more about what it's like working at URW? Visit our site: https://www.urw.com/join-us/life-at-urw.  

What Matters to Us: 

At URW, our purpose is to Reinvent Being Together, reimagining how people and communities connect, socialise, and experience dynamic moments in unique and meaningful ways. 

We are proud to promote equal opportunities and embrace diversity in profiles, experiences, and skills. At URW, we believe that diversity is the cornerstone of our success, and we are dedicated to fostering an environment that respects, values, celebrates, and leverages individual differences to their fullest potential.