Head of Finance

1 week ago


Kettering, United Kingdom Not For Profit People Full time

Head of Finance 

Are you a financial leader with a passion for the arts?

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Finance to join a vibrant team on a part-time basis. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of one of the UK's leading regional theatres by playing a pivotal role in their financial strategy and operations.

This is a part-time (up to 4 days per week for the right candidate), hybrid role offering flexible working hours.

Position: Head of Finance

Location: Nottingham

Hours: Part-time, up to 30 hours (4 days) per week/flexible working (hours negotiable)

Salary: £50,000 per annum pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Monday 23 September 2024 at 12noon

Interview Date: Tuesday 1 and Wednesday 2 October 2024

The Role

You will be at the heart of the theatre’s mission, ensuring that financial practices not only meet but exceed industry standards.

You will work closely with the Executive and Senior Management team, providing strategic financial guidance to both the Executive and the Board of Trustees. Your expertise will ensure the theatre meets its financial and governance obligations while directly impacting exciting and diverse activities.

About You

You will be a qualified or soon to be Qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA) and hold membership of and be accountable to a professional body with evidence of ongoing CPD.

You will have experience of:

  • Taking responsibility for the financial running of an organisation with a similar turnover, preferably within the arts or charitable sector.
  • Statutory reporting
  • Setting/ managing significant budgets and working within financial parameters.
  • Supporting and developing the financial skills of senior managers
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with Executive teams and Boards.
  • Managing and improving administrative, people and financial processes
  • Staff line management including appraisals, training/ development needs and managing issues
  • Knowledge of charity accounting and SORP, Theatre Tax Relief and employment law would be beneficial.

The Organisation

Awarded the UK’s Most Welcoming Theatre by UK Theatre in 2023, and Regional Theatre of the Year 2019 by The Stage, they are one of the country’s leading producing theatres, creating a range of productions throughout the year, from timeless classics to innovative family shows and adventurous new commissions.

Benefits of working here include:

  • A relaxed working environment with informal dress code
  • Free/discounted tickets and Playhouse Pass membership
  • Day off on your birthday
  • Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme
  • Cycle to Work scheme and more.

The organisation is committed to a policy of diversity and inclusion, creating a workforce representative of the diverse communities it works with. The workforce is currently under representative of certain communities and the team are taking positive action for equal opportunities through the recruitment process.

You may have experience in other areas such as Finance, Finance Manager, Director of Finance, Head of Finance, Accountant, Business Accountant, Accounts, Finance Lead, Deputy Finance Manager, Deputy Head of Finance.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.


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