We're seeking a pragmatic and experienced Head of Finance to join our client at a pivotal time. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a purpose-driven environment and understands the nuances of charity finance. You'll be working closely with the Interim FD during a handover period.
If you're passionate about culture and want to contribute to a world-class organisation this could be the perfect fit.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Oversight & Reporting
- Own the production of monthly management accounts, board reports, and
financial statements
- Ensure reporting is timely, accurate, and tailored to internal and external stakeholders
- Provide clear financial insights to support decision-making across the
organisation.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Lead the annual budgeting process and support multi-year financial planning
- Work with department heads to monitor spend and ensure accountability
- Help the team understand their numbers and make informed choices.
Controls & Compliance
- Introduce and embed stronger financial controls - including implementing a
proper expenses system (currently lacking)
- Ensure compliance with charity regulations and statutory requirements
- Prepare for audits and liaise with external auditors.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Take ownership of the finance system (Access) and ensure it's being used
effectively
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency
- Support reporting improvements, ideally using Power BI.
Team Leadership
- Lead and support a small finance team, fostering a collaborative and proactive culture
- Encourage professional development and continuous improvement
- Act as a bridge between finance and other departments.
Sector-Specific Expertise
- Apply your understanding of theatre tax relief - a key income stream for the
organisation
- Bring experience from the charity or not-for-profit sector, with a practical grasp of its financial landscape.
Head of Finance Profile
- A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector
- Experience or understanding of Theatre Tax Relief
- Strong management accounting skills and budgeting experience
- Someone who can tighten up controls and improve systems
- Familiarity with Access finance systems would be ideal
- A genuine interest in the arts.
This is a great opportunity to step into a leadership role with purpose, autonomy, and the chance to make a lasting impact.