At a Glance
- Tasks: Take charge of finance activities and support strategic decisions in a vibrant arts organisation.
- Company: Join an international arts and cultural organisation with a passionate team.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, beautiful offices, and a chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a mission-driven setting near Oxford Circus.
- Why this job: Gain full ownership of finance while collaborating with senior leaders in a creative environment.
- Qualifications: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with strong management accounting experience.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
London Full-Time Hybrid Working (4 days in the office) Sole Finance Role
Our client is an international arts and cultural organisation delivering a diverse programme of events and collaborations throughout the year. Based in beautiful offices near Oxford Circus, this is an opportunity to join a small, passionate team where every individual makes a genuine impact. This role would suit an ambitious Management Accountant or Finance Manager looking to take the next step and gain end-to-end responsibility for a finance function.
Reporting to the COO/CFO, you will take ownership of all day-to-day finance activities, while working closely with senior leadership to support strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities- Produce monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts and budget reporting
- Lead month-end processes, including journals, accruals and reconciliations
- Manage payroll, VAT returns and maintain strong financial controls
- Support annual budgeting, forecasting and financial planning
- Partner with programme teams to manage budgets across a busy programme of 100+ events each year
- Monitor event expenditure and develop effective costing frameworks
- Act as the key contact for external accountants and auditors
- Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and financial efficiency
You will bring:
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification, or equivalent experience
- Strong experience producing end-to-end management accounts
- Excellent Excel skills and experience with accounting systems, ideally Xero
- A proactive, hands‑on approach and the ability to work independently
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with non-finance stakeholders
- Experience within the charity, arts or wider not-for-profit sector would be beneficial but is not essential.
- A genuine opportunity to step into a sole‑charge finance role with full ownership
- Exposure across management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and audit
- Close partnership with an experienced COO/CFO and senior leadership team
- Beautiful offices near Oxford Circus, with four days per week on site
- A varied, mission‑driven environment where your contribution is visible and valued
To apply, please submit your CV together with a short supporting statement outlining your interest in the role.
Contact Details:
Allen Lane Interim & Permanent Recruitment Recruitment Team
