Charity finance jobs in United Kingdom

Could you be our next Finance Manager? We’re looking for a Finance Manager to support our arts charity with effective bookkeeping, accounting and finance systems. Art Reach, an inclusive arts and cultural charity located in Leicester, is currently seeking a talented part-time Finance Manager to join our team. At Art Reach, we are dedicated to connecting cultures through extraordinary art. We do this by commissioning bold, ambitious art and festivals that bring people together. We also work across the country to provide consultancy and cultural development services to businesses and agencies in the arts and heritage sector, helping them to raise funds to realise their cultural projects. The Finance Manager will have a crucial role in supporting our mission by leading all finance procedures and systems, ensuring optimum control and efficiency. Some of the key responsibilities include: - Responsible for implementing all finance procedures and systems (with clear audit trail) for optimum financial management and efficiency - Producing Xero month end reports, e.g. Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet and other financial reporting as required by the Board or Senior Management Team - Supporting the monthly budget and cashflow report for management reporting - Preparing and uploading quarterly VAT returns The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience in financial management, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Xero Accounting. We are looking for someone with strong financial management and planning skills, who can work independently and meet deadlines under pressure. Experience in budget management, VAT returns, and end-of-year accounts is essential, with a professional qualification in finance (CCAB or equivalent) preferred. If you are passionate about finance and making a difference through art and culture, we hope you will apply. Join us in creating extraordinary art that celebrates diversity and brings communities together. Salary: £32,000 to £36,000 pro rata (dependent on experience) Working hours: 7.5 hours a week (0.2 FTE) Alternative employment terms (e.g. freelance) will be considered and applicants are asked to outline these in their application. To apply, please submit your application form, CV, a maximum two-page letter outlining your interest in the job and how you meet the person specification, and the online Equal Opportunities monitoring form by 11.59pm Monday 27 May 2024. The closing date for receipt of this application is Monday 27 May 2024. Interviews are planned to be online for the week of Monday 3 June. How to apply: Before applying, please ensure you have read the Background Information, Job Description and Person Specification provided in the Full Application Pack. Art Reach is an inclusive organisation, from our trustees and team members to our audience and participants. We treat all job applicants equally, regardless of class, age, disability, gender identity or gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or any other equality characteristic. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in the cultural sector. We are happy to accept applications in alternative formats from applicants who, for reasons of disability, may find it difficult to fill in our standard form.

This is a part-time hybrid role for an Executive Director at BLACKFRIARS ARTS CENTRE LIMITED. We are now looking for an Executive Director who can lead on fundraising and financial management and will closely collaborate on organisation planning and developing business strategies. This role will be responsible for the financial sustainability, business plan and overall management of the charity with the goal of bringing the strategic development of the company in line with our new Arts Council NPO status. As part of the senior management team, you will be able to think strategically about the future of the venue and will work with the board to deliver an ambitious and financially robust business plan. You will be an inspirational leader with the ability to develop and maintain key external relationships. You will develop and implement an organisational culture and management structure that deliver the conditions for Blackfriars Arts Centre’s vision to thrive. This role would suit someone with previous management experience in an arts organisation or someone with excellent financial skills looking to move into a more senior role. This will be a Board appointment and will report directly to the Board of Trustees. We are looking for a suitable candidate with: A track record of raising funds from Trusts and Foundations and Public Bodies with an ability to write persuasive applications and develop strategic fundraising plans Experience of strategic planning, implementation and decision-making in an arts organisation or equivalent experience at a charity Excellent financial skills and experience of managing charity finances including creating and managing budgets and financial reporting Experience of public building management Experience of charity governance and of HR We are actively seeking candidates who reflect the wide range of cultures and experiences in Lincolnshire, and we're keen to hear from applicants who live locally or have a connection to the local area. We are interested in hearing from people with transferable skills who have great potential and can pick things up quickly. Often qualities are just as important as experience and we are interested in someone who has: Enthusiasm about the arts and creativity, particularly in a venue responding to its neighbourhood Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire confidence and motivate people with clarity and kindness High level of numeracy skills High level of accuracy and ability to proof own work A positive, flexible and hands on approach Effective time management, organisational and administrative skills Excellent communication skills, online, on the phone and in person Proven decision-making ability Please note: it is not an expectation that you went to university to apply for this role. We’re interested in hearing from people with a wide range of experiences. Only applications that follow the official process will be considered.