JPMorgan asset Management  European Real Assets Group identifies, analyses, acquires and manages real estate and Real Estate assets through a variety of ownership structures. As investment manager on behalf of its clients, JPMAM develops, redevelops and operates these assets. JPMAM also assesses capital markets and controls investment risk in determining the optimal financing, diversification and disposition strategies for the managed assets.
 

As an Asset Management - European Real Assets Group - Real Estate Controller - Vice President you will work closely with an experienced group of professionals while being involved in all aspects of financial reporting, analysis, accounting, internal controls, and oversight related to Real Estate investments owned both directly and through partnerships.

Job responsibilities
 

Oversee the preparation, review, management, and supervision of the quarterly and annual financial reporting process for all investment products, including the annual audit process; continuously enhance the quality and content of reporting and communication; Manage fund structures operationally, focusing on cash management, capital management, vendor management, and investor reporting; Ensure compliance with Luxembourg regulatory requirements, US GAAP, IFRS, and fund documentation as welll as ensure that local operator/partner accounting systems and records are properly controlled and periodically audited; Maintain and monitor portfolio liquidity at the fund level for operational and risk analysis and calculate, review, and maintain fund performance data, including return and attribution analysis; Prepare and strategically manage asset, fund, and business-level budgeting and forecasting; Participate in ad-hoc projects and initiatives as required, providing financial expertise and insights to support strategic decision-making and business growth; Serve as the primary point of contact for a challenging client, ensuring exceptional service and communication; Utilise strong analytical skills to respond to detailed client requests and enquiries promptly and accurately; Maintain a comprehensive understanding of client data and metrics, ensuring all information is up-to-date and readily accessible; Proactively manage and prioritise client needs, ensuring all deliverables are met with precision and timeliness develop and maintain relationships with all internal and external clients and stakeholders.

Required qualifications, skills and capabilities

Possess a strong understanding of investment structures, debt documents, and partnership agreements and experience with open and closed-ended commingled funds, limited partnerships, opportunistic funds, and operating company investments; Up-to-date industry knowledge on accounting and taxation changes within the real estate sector and In-depth knowledge of property and asset management processes in Europe and the US; Strong understanding of Luxembourg regulatory requirements for investment funds, including AIFMD, CSSF regulations, and Lux GAAP and familiarity with currency implications and their accounting treatment; Proficiency in IFRS, US GAAP, Lux GAAP, and Fair Market Value accounting and Chartered Accountant, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent qualification required; Familiarity with various EU country issues affecting investments and fund-level accounting and current knowledge of industry accounting and tax structuring, trends, and issues; Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills; Ability to act decisively, form opinions, solve problems, and make recommendations; Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage and organise resources, conduct effective presentations, facilitate meetings, and gain consensus on issues and experience in managing third-party service providers and auditors; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence senior stakeholders and ability to cultivate strong relationships both internally and externally; Proficiency in financial reporting software (e.g., Yardi) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel; Knowledge of financial modelling is required