Are you a numbers expert with a passion for the arts?

We are seeking a Finance Manager to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role as Theatr Clwyd reopens its doors following a major redevelopment.

Contract Type - Permanent

Hours - 37 per week

The Role

Job Purpose

The Finance Manager is responsible for the day to day running of the Finance function within the Theatr Clwyd group of Companies. They work with the Financial Controller to coordinate the financial strategy of Theatr Clwyd, linked to the company ethos and artistic vision. The role demands personal responsibility, judgement and initiative, with specialist knowledge of finance in an arts context. He/she will deputise for the Financial Controller as appropriate. The Finance Manager is an excellent facilitator with a proven commitment to methodical, creative and result led working methods.

Key Responsibilities

• To ensure month end deadlines are met according to the monthly close down schedule and perform month end processes in Xledger
• To produce monthly visiting company income and expenditure and outturn forecast for the management accounts. Ensuring all aspects of costs and income are correctly represented in the accounts system (including posting appropriate accrual and deferrals) and produce monthly Visiting Company contribution schedule to the Financial Controller and Director of Producing.
• To maintain Production Analysis information and forecasting, liaising with the Production Department where appropriate.
• To help prepare the monthly management reports (actuals and rolling forecasts) for income and expenditure, risks and opportunities.
• To work with the Financial Controller to ensure that finance processes and systems are fit for purpose in terms of efficiency, effectiveness, business support, reporting and effective controls.
• To compile and submit the quarterly PRS submission
• Calculate monthly trading COS figures and journal stock movement to ledger
• To produce visiting company box office reports.
• To ensure that Theatr Clwyd’s obligations are met with regard to VAT and Gift Aid.
• To support the Financial Controller in the preparation of the Financial Statements under SORP, including the application of accounting standards and the resolution of audit issues.

The Person

Essential

• A relevant finance qualification either in full or in part
  
• Experience of management accounting, cash flow forecasting and year end statutory accounts
• Proven knowledge of taxation issues (particularly Income Tax, NI, VAT and Gift Aid) and the ability to broaden that knowledge as required.
• Demonstrable experience of forecasting, budgeting and financial planning.
• An understanding of finance and finance systems.
• Creative and innovative thinking in relation to problem-solving.
• Excellent communication skills, and the confidence to make a full contribution to the overall direction of the organisation.
• The ability to work accurately with methodical attention to detail.
• A friendly, professional manner.
• Excellent IT skills with a high level of competence in Excel.
• The ability to be an effective team player and engage in all theatre activities.
• A flexible, hands-on approach with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• A commitment to artistic excellence.