Finance Manager

Working closely with the Artistic Director/CEO and senior leadership team, the Finance Manager will oversee and advise on the end of month/ quarter & year accounting and financial processing as well as producing the quarterly management accounts.
Day-to-day finance (including the payroll and VAT returns) is completed by the experienced General Manager and Finance Administrator but this role will lead on the financial processes for the business, the overall budget and the financial management of Stanley Arts Capital Development Project. They will collaborate
with the General Manager, Development Manager, Events & Operations Manager, Marketing Manager, Bars Manager, Learning and Engagement Manager, Finance Administrator & other team members to ensure financial processes are effective
and aligned with organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities
Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly and annual statements for the Board of Trustees and Arts Council England, ensuring profit & loss, cash-flow and balance sheets are reviewed alongside restricted and unrestricted funds.
Work with the AD/CEO to create the annual operational budget and quarterly financial forecasting.
Take responsibility for the preparation of management accounts and financial performance reviews.
Oversee the financial management of £7.5 million Capital Development Project.
Ensure compliance with all statutory financial and tax obligations, including the charity’s annual returns and financial regulatory reporting.
Oversee the finance work carried out by the General Manager and Finance Administrator, advising on journals, depreciation and finance processes with an overview of Stanley Art’s cashflow, payroll process and VAT returns.
Monitor and review all financial processes.
Carry out other duties which reasonably relate to the above duties as they arise.
Prepare for and lead the annual audit and financial end of year process.