At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial strategy and operations for a vibrant theatre company in Scotland.
- Company: Iconic arts organisation with a commitment to cultural enrichment and excellence.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid working model and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the cultural sector.
- Why this job: Shape the future of arts finance while collaborating with creative leaders.
- Qualifications: Proven finance leadership experience and passion for the arts.
Are you ready to take the financial reins of an iconic organisation in the arts and culture sector? Based in the picturesque town of Pitlochry, this well-established and high-profile theatre company is at the heart of Scotland’s vibrant arts scene. With internationally acclaimed Scottish actor, writer and director Alan Cumming recently appointed as Artistic Director and a new Chief Executive leading the organisation into its next chapter, the theatre is entering an exciting period of growth, innovation and increased national and international profile.
As a not-for-profit organisation, they are committed to cultural enrichment and artistic excellence, supported by robust financial management and governance. This is a senior leadership role where you will shape and execute the financial strategy while ensuring operational efficiency and strong governance. You’ll work closely with the leadership team to support the theatre’s artistic vision, while driving financial sustainability.
- Lead all financial activities, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting.
- Take ownership of preparing statutory accounts in line with Charity SORP and UK GAAP.
- Oversee payroll, grant-funding applications, and theatre tax-relief processes.
- Ensure robust financial controls are implemented and maintained across the organisation.
- Collaborate with cultural leaders to bring financial expertise into creative decision-making.
- Mentor and manage a small finance team, fostering ownership and development.
We are looking for an experienced finance leader with a passion for the arts and an ability to operate in a creative, dynamic environment.
- Proven leadership experience in senior finance roles.
- Strong skills in budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, and variance analysis.
- Experience managing payroll, grant-funding applications, and financial operations.
- Ability to translate financial insights into actionable strategies for creative teams.
- Experience in the theatre, arts, or not-for-profit sectors.
- Background in handling theatre tax relief processes and governance transformations.
- Proven ability to build relationships with creative and non-financial stakeholders.
- Recognised accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or relevant experience.
This is an exciting opportunity to be at the heart of an organisation's financial strategy as it transforms the arts landscape in Scotland. Hybrid working model with flexible arrangements after onboarding. Scope to develop and enhance financial processes for the future. Apply now and bring your financial expertise to one of Scotland’s most dynamic cultural organisations!
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