Wed, 28 Oct 2026">published - Wed, 28 Oct 2026
Job Summary
The Finance Manager is responsible for the effective day-to-day management and operation of the organisation’s finance function, working closely with the Head of Finance to ensure that financial information is accurate, timely and robust.
Job Description
The Finance Manager will oversee the finance team and the organisation's core financial processes, maintain effective financial controls and ensure that accounting records, reconciliations, payments, income, payroll and statutory financial requirements are completed accurately and on time.
The role will provide the Head of Finance with accurate and timely financial information, analysis and supporting schedules to enable effective management of the organisation's finances, including management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and financial decision-making.
- Financial Operations & Team Management
- Financial Reporting & Management Information
- Financial Accounting & Compliance
- Grants, Funds & Income Management
- Payroll, Tax & Treasury
- Wider Organisational Support
Job Requirements
Essential
- AAT qualified, part-qualified accountancy qualification or equivalent relevant experience
- Experience of working with a computerised accounting system.
- Experience in producing VAT returns.
- Experience of reviewing payroll and related controls.
- Experience of preparing or reviewing management information and financial reports.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent IT skills, with proven high-level skills in Excel.
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
- Proven ability to prioritise a complex workload.
- Experience of supervising and supporting staff.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable
- Experience of improving financial controls.
- Experience of working within the charity sector.
- Experience working within the arts/theatre sector.
- Experience of complex VAT partial exemption calculations.
- Experience of preparing or supporting Theatre Tax Relief claims
- Experience of fund accounting, restricted grants or grant-funded organisations.
Job Responsibilities
The Finance Manager is responsible for the effective day-to-day management and operation of the organisation's finance function, working closely with the Head of Finance to ensure that financial information is accurate, timely and robust.
The Finance Manager will oversee the finance team and the organisation's core financial processes, maintain effective financial controls and ensure that accounting records, reconciliations, payments, income, payroll and statutory financial requirements are completed accurately and on time.
The role will provide the Head of Finance with accurate and timely financial information, analysis and supporting schedules to enable effective management of the organisation's finances, including management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and financial decision-making.
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Finance Manager in Exeter employer: Arts Council England
Arts Council England is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values flexibility and employee well-being. With a focus on professional growth, employees benefit from generous annual leave, a final salary pension scheme, and opportunities to lead innovative digital projects in a collaborative environment. Located in Manchester, the role allows for hybrid working, ensuring a balanced approach to work and life while contributing to meaningful organisational change.
