FP&A Manager

About ProxityProxity is a newly created real estate asset management platform, founded by Blackstone. Headquartered in Frankfurt, Proxity owns and manages a wide range of logistics real estate properties in metropolitan regions across Continental Europe, the Nordics and Ireland. With approximately 500 assets and development projects in 12 countries comprising over 7 million square metres, our extensive network serves as a backbone for our customers’ operations, ensuring reliable goods movement and seamless access to their markets.Key ResponsibilitiesThe FP&A function operates as a centralized, business-partnering team serving all business units and regions. It provides data-driven insights, market analysis, and performance monitoring, supporting both operational execution and long-term strategic development.Main topics will include:Asset and Transaction Management Support: Developing financial models to project the long-term performance of the portfolio and individual assets, analyzing the portfolio to identify valuie creation opportunities, and providing financial analysis to support decisions or transactionsBudgeting & Performance Monitoring: Owning and managing the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, preparing quarterly financial reports to analyze performance against budgets, and monitors KPI’s relevant to the real estate industry. Benchmark the company's financial performance.Reporting & Financial Analysis: Responsibilities include evaluating debt and equity financing options, preparing and delivering investor and lender reporting, and monitoring compliance with loan covenants.Data Management and Automation: Ensuring the accuracy of financial data, managing the Anaplan FP&A system, and automating financial reporting processes. Develop, own and utilize asset specifica for marketing, maintenance and other purposesStakeholder Management & Communication: Preparing and presenting various reports to senior management and shareholders, banks, and collaborating with other departments such as asset managementAdvisory Panel and Board Meeting Coordination: Coordination of the Advisory Panel process, review recommendations on topics like leasing, Capex and disposals, and analyzes to assess profitability and riskCorporate G&A and Fee allocation Responsible for managing corporate and general and administrative (G&A) planning and controlling, as well as handling fee allocation.ProfileExperience & Industry Expertise: Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, asset management, investment banking, or management consulting, with a significant focus on the real estate sector.Prior experience in real estate consulting, valuation, asset management, or investment management is highly advantageous.Master’s degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, or a related field. CFA, RICS, or other relevant professional designations are preferred.Proven ability to independently lead and manage the full corporate cycle (budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning) for a multi-jurisdictional, multi-asset portfolio.Expertise in developing, automating, and auditing sophisticated financial models to support complex asset and transaction decisions.Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial data into concise, strategic narratives for non-financial executives.Advanced expertise in financial modeling tools and a history of utilizing advanced Reporting, BI platforms (Anaplan, Power BI, or similar) to drive data efficiency and automation.Experience in designing, implementing, or optimizing reporting structures and data flow to ensure data integrity and actionable insights.Written and verbal communication skills in presenting performance results, risks, and strategic recommendations to shareholders, lenders, the Advisory Panel, and senior management.A track record of operating as a trusted business partner who guides and influences cross-functional teams (e.g., Asset Management, Transaction Management, Legal).Fluent in English and any other European language is required. Additional European languages are a plus given the Pan-European portfolio.We are looking to recruit talented individuals able to drive the success of a growing company, and to bring out their best in an entrepreneurial environment that rewards initiative, effort and excellence.Apply now and become part of the Proxity team