At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial strategy and operations at a vibrant creative hub.
- Company: Join Raw Material, a dynamic arts centre in Brixton.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and the chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Diverse applicants encouraged; no specific accountancy qualification required.
- Why this job: Shape the future of creativity while supporting local communities.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance and a passion for the arts.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Prospectus is delighted to be partnering with Raw Material, a Brixton-based creative hub and Arts Council National Portfolio Organisation. Raw Material is a music, media and technology centre supporting young people and adults to explore creativity, develop skills and improve wellbeing.
We are looking for an experienced finance professional to join the Senior Management Team on a permanent, full-time basis, to provide confident financial and organisational leadership. Working closely with the CEO, Treasurer and wider Board, you will lead budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, financial controls, funded-programme finance, risk and the year-end process.
Alongside this, we are looking for someone who will thrive on helping to lead the operations of a busy, vibrant cultural centre, ensuring that the systems, people, contracts and resources underpinning our programmes, studios, building and events work smoothly, safely and effectively. You will provide oversight of health and safety, compliance, organisational risk and business continuity, working closely with colleagues and external specialists responsible for day-to-day delivery.
- Has strong financial leadership and practical management-accounting experience in a small or medium-sized organisation.
- Can explain financial information clearly to colleagues and trustees, helping them understand the organisation's position, risks and options.
- Moves comfortably between strategic thinking and detailed delivery.
- Brings sound judgement, integrity, curiosity and a collaborative approach.
- Cares about Raw's purpose and the communities we serve.
Direct charity-finance experience would be useful, but it is not essential. We welcome applicants from other sectors who can demonstrate transferable experience of multiple income streams, projects, contracts or cost centres. We are not looking for a particular accountancy qualification; we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and especially encourage applications from those who reflect the lived experiences of the South London communities we serve.
Salary: 40k-50k
Director of Finance & Operations (Permanent) in London 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.
