Real Estate Controller (MF)

POSITION & OBJECTIVES:

Real Estate Data & Systems Management

• Manage and maintain Group real estate databases and reporting tools
• Ensure continuous update of site data (lease terms financial and administrative information)
• Create and monitor real estate projects in dedicated systems
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency in line with defined KPIs
• Prepare dashboards and validate data outliers
• Maintain and update real estate documentation and guidelines

Cost Controlling & Reporting

• Prepare and analyse periodic real estate reporting at Group level
• Monitor and control real estate expenses (rent service charges building costs)
• Develop dashboards to support benchmarking and cost optimisation initiatives
• Provide input to IFRS 16 reporting for lease accounting

Lease Agreements & Governance

• Support operational teams in reviewing lease agreements and amendments
• Monitor critical lease dates (renewals break options exits)
• Contribute to the implementation and enforcement of real estate policies and guidelines
• Support the roll-out of lease management standards
• Process Improvement & Projects
• Contribute to the development and implementation of new tools and reporting solutions
• Support automation and digitalisation initiatives (e.g. Power BI data models)
• Participate in cross-functional projects to improve data quality reporting and governance
• Actively identify opportunities for efficiency gains and process standardisation

Stakeholder Coordination

• Collaborate with Business Units Finance Legal and Procurement teams
• Provide guidance and support on real estate data reporting and processes
• Ensure alignment between local inputs and Group requirements

Qualifications :

Education & Experience

• Masters degree in Finance Economics or equivalent
• 35 years of experience in controlling finance or consulting
• Exposure to automation process improvements or digital tools (e.g. Excel Power BI scripting)
• Experience in real estate or lease management is a plus

Technical Skills

• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with Power BI or similar reporting tools (required)
• Knowledge of databases or automation (e.g. VBA BI tools) is an advantage
• Understanding of IFRS 16 principles is a plus

Personal Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Team player with a collaborative approach

Languages

• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Additional Information :

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time