Finance Director

Bristol Old Vic & Theatre Royal Trust Limited


Job Summary

Bristol Old Vic is seeking an exceptional individual to join us as Finance Director. This is a senior management role, responsible for the financial management, future sustainability and continued security of Bristol Old Vic.

Job Description

By developing a good understanding of the theatre and all its aims and operations, to assist the Executive Director and Artistic Director on the financial strategy for BOV.

To oversee all aspects of the finance department. To maintain and develop the theatre’s financial and management accounting and budgeting systems.

To ensure timely reporting to the AD, ED, Trustees and key stakeholders e.g. ACE, by the preparation of monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts and cash flow for the charity and its subsidiaries.

To ensure preparation of the annual financial statements managing the annual external audit and developing robust internal controls, cash reporting and forecasting disciplines.

Working at both a strategic and operational level to provide support to the senior management team on financial matters.

Structure of the Team

The Finance Director will be responsible for the line management of:

Head of Finance (managing Finance Assistant x 2)

Will work closely with the AD, ED and Leadership Team and will report to the Chair of the F&GP as appropriate and necessary.

Job Requirements

Key Criteria for Success

Successful and timely preparation of monthly management accounting and other financial information, including budgets, forecasts and cash flow.

Close understanding of the day to day running of the finance team.

Successful year end processes and audit

Productive and close working relationships with Executive Director, Artistic Director and Senior Management team.

An understanding of the process of producing the shows and the engagement programme.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Finance Director
  • Salary: £50k+
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Finance
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Thu, 22 May 2025

  • Location:

    South West

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Job: Finance Director

Job: Finance Director

Organisation: Bristol Old Vic & Theatre Royal Trust Limited

Postcode: BS1 4ED

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