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Finance Manager, Art Reach

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Job Summary

We’re looking for a Finance Manager to support our arts charity with effective bookkeeping, accounting and finance systems.

Job Description

Art Reach, an inclusive arts and cultural charity located in Leicester, is currently seeking a talented part-time Finance Manager to join our team. At Art Reach, we are dedicated to connecting cultures through extraordinary art. We do this by commissioning bold, ambitious art and festivals that bring people together. We also work across the country to provide consultancy and cultural development services to businesses and agencies in the arts and heritage sector, helping them to raise funds to realise their cultural projects. The Finance Manager will have a crucial role in supporting our mission by leading all finance procedures and systems, ensuring optimum control and efficiency.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years' experience in financial management, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Xero Accounting. We are looking for someone with strong financial management and planning skills, who can work independently and meet deadlines under pressure. Experience in budget management, VAT returns, and end-of-year accounts is essential, with a professional qualification in finance (CCAB or equivalent) preferred.

If you are passionate about finance and making a difference through art and culture, we hope you will apply. Join us in creating extraordinary art that celebrates diversity and brings communities together.

We currently operate a hybrid/flexible working policy. This role will be mostly remote with an expectation of occasional visits to the office as agreed with the Line Manager and in line with work priorities.

The post is offered on a part-time basis (1 day a week) although alternative employment terms (e.g. freelance) will be considered, with terms adapted accordingly.

Job Requirements

Knowledge

  • Knowledge of effective and robust financial systems
  • Competent and confident in using Microsoft Office
  • Knowledge of Xero Accounting

Skills and abilities

  • Excellent financial management and financial planning skills
  • Ability to work independently to tackle problems creatively and think laterally
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and meeting challenging deadlines
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Experience

  • A minimum of three years' experience in a financial management role
  • Experience of managing budgets, VAT returns, end of year accounts and cashflow projections
  • Experience of producing and presenting management accounts to Boards, Directors or other committees
  • Experience of operating financial systems with integrity and accuracy
  • Experience of using Xero Accounting and other finance systems
  • Experience of bookkeeping
  • Experience of managing in-house payroll scheme (desirable)

Job Responsibilities

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How to Apply

To apply, please send the following documents to Lynn Simmonds, Executive Director, on hello@artreach.org.uk :

1. A Cover Application Form >> Download here
2. Your CV
3. Maximum two-page letter outlining your interest in applying for the job, and how you meet the person specification
4. Online Equal Opportunities monitoring form https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3PR3FNX This is submitted separately to your application and will be used for statistical monitoring purposes only.

We are happy to accept applications in alternative formats from applicants who, for reasons of disability, may find it difficult to fill in our standard form.

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