Finance Officer

Alnwick District Playhouse Trust


Job: Finance Officer

Job: Finance Officer

Organisation: Alnwick District Playhouse Trust

Postcode: NE66 1PQ

  • Job Title: Finance Officer
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Role: Finance
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Fri, 27 Feb 2026

  • Location:

    North East

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Job Summary

Due to continued growth and success, we are seeking an organised, proactive Finance Officer to run our financial operations and play a key role in the ongoing development and long-term sustainability of the organisation.

Job Description

Reporting to the Artistic Director/CEO and the Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees, you will lead both the strategic and day-to-day financial management of ADPT. This is varied and rewarding role that combines big-picture financial planning with hands-on accounting and operational duties.

Job Requirements

Essential

  • Finalist or newly qualified member of a recognised accounting body
  • Significant experience in all bookkeeping and day-to-day accounting tasks
  • Experience with budgeting and management accounting
  • Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Office 365 (Excel and Word in particular) and accounting software (we currently use Xero and Sage Cloud Payroll)
  • Ability to balance strategic financial management with day-to-day operational tasks and to prioritise effectively

Desirable

  • Experience in a similar financial role
  • Knowledge of the charity sector and charity accounting
  • Understanding of the UK arts and culture industry
  • Awareness of Cultural VAT exemption and Theatre Tax Relief
  • Experience of till systems and POS software

How to Apply

Send a CV and cover letter to [email protected] by 5pm on 27th February 2026

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