Cronje & Yiannas Actuaries & Consultants Ltd, on behalf of its client, a leading real estate investment fund, is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join its team in Nicosia. We welcome applications from candidates across Cyprus and from EU citizens interested in relocating to Cyprus for this opportunity.
Reporting directly to the Group Head of Finance, the successful candidate will oversee financial accounting, reporting, controls, and performance monitoring for the fund’s operations in Israel and Dubai. The role covers regional reporting, cash flow and working capital, compliance, and oversight of asset performance and CAPEX.
Key Responsibilities
• Overseeing regional accounting, month-end closing, balance sheet reconciliations, and timely reporting in line with Group requirements
• Monitoring asset performance against budgets, business plans and forecasts, providing variance analysis and recommending corrective action
• Coordinating regional budgets and forecasts, challenging assumptions and supporting Group FP&A and management decisions
• Maintaining rolling 13-week cash flow forecasts, monitoring liquidity, working capital and rent collections, and escalating funding needs and risks
• Overseeing regional CAPEX reporting, including budget use, commitments and variations, in line with delegated authorities and in coordination with Group CAPEX Finance
• Implementing Group accounting policies and financial controls, and driving improvements in processes, reporting and automation
• Coordinating statutory reporting, tax compliance and external audits
• Managing internal accounting activities and external finance service providers
• Maintaining fixed asset registers and supporting valuations, disposals and other Group requirements
• Partnering with Country Managers, property managers and Group teams (Finance, FP&A, Treasury, Asset Management and Development), providing financial insight, constructive challenge and timely escalation of material issues
Requirements
• University degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Proven experience in month-end closing, trial balances, reconciliations, and statutory and Group financial statements
• Solid knowledge of P&L analysis, budgeting, variance analysis and financial performance monitoring
• Experience managing multiple Group entities and working with executive management, operational teams, asset management and external auditors
• Experience in fixed asset accounting, coordinating external audits and implementing audit recommendations
• Experience supervising internal accounting teams and external accounting service providers
• A track record of improving accounting processes, internal controls and automation
• Experience in real estate or fund accounting will be considered an advantage
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and planning skills
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities
• High attention to detail and respect for confidentiality
• Strong sense of responsibility and professionalism
• Proficiency in accounting systems, ERP platforms, financial reporting tools and advanced Microsoft Excel
• Fluency in Hebrew (written and spoken) is essential, together with excellent written and verbal English; additional languages will be considered an advantage
• Flexibility to undertake occasional business travel
Remuneration & Benefits
A competitive and attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate, including:
• A Gross Annual Salary in the range of €45,000 - €55,000, based on qualifications and experience
• Discretionary bonus based on individual and company performance
• Working hours: Monday to Friday 09:00 – 18:00 (including 1h lunch break)
• An extra day off on your birthday, plus a birthday cake to celebrate
• Loyalty gifts and holiday baskets
• Gift cards for Women’s Day and Men’s Day
• Regular team outings, celebrations and company events
• Opportunities for professional growth, career development and continuous learning
• A professional, friendly and supportive working environment
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. Interested applicants can apply through www.cyrecruitment.com by selecting the “Financial Controller” vacancy, no later than Sunday, 15th of November 2026.
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