Finance Manager

Goodman Masson Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - GBP 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious arts charity in Camden is looking for a Finance Manager to oversee financial strategy and operations. This part-time role involves managing a budget of approximately £1.2m and requires CCAB qualification or equivalent experience. Ideal candidates will have exceptional Excel and presentation skills, and a proven track record in the arts or charity sectors. This role offers flexible hours, 25 days holiday pro-rata, and 3% employer pension contribution, along with the chance to support a prominent arts organization as they approach their 60th anniversary.

Benefits

25 days holiday (pro-rata)

3% employer pension contribution

Complimentary concert tickets

Qualifications

• Proven track record in financial management, ideally within the charity or arts sector.
• Knowledge of charity SORP, VAT, and governance.
• Confident relationship builder with genuine interest in the arts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial strategy and day-to-day operations.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Act as Company Secretary, managing board meetings.
• Implement new accounting software in early 2026.
• Manage statutory accounts and external audits.

Skills

Exceptional Excel skills

Presentation skills

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Education

CCAB qualified or part-qualified finance professional

Tools

Xero

Job description

Overview

Join the London Sinfonietta: Finance Manager (Part-Time) 3-4 days per week.

Are you a finance professional with a passion for the arts? Goodman Masson are partnered with The London Sinfonietta, one of the world’s leading contemporary music ensembles, to recruit for a Finance Manager to lead their financial strategy and day-to-day operations.

Founded in 1968, they are a small, ambitious charity at the forefront of the UK’s contemporary arts scene. This is a rewarding role that offers the chance to contribute at both a granular and strategic level during an exciting period as they approach their 60th anniversary.

The Role

Reporting to the Chief Executive & Artistic Director, you will oversee a turnover of approximately £1.2m. Your responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Management: Budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Governance: Acting as Company Secretary, managing board meetings, and ensuring compliance with the Charity Commission and Companies House.
• Systems Leadership: Completing the implementation of new accounting software (likely Xero) in early 2026.
• Team Leadership: Line managing a part-time Finance Officer and sharing management of an Administration Officer.
• Tax & Audit: Managing statutory accounts, external audits, and specialist areas like Creative Tax Reliefs.

What We Are Looking For

We welcome applications from CCAB qualified, part-qualified, or those qualified by experience.

• Experience: A proven track record in financial management, ideally within the charity or arts sector.
• Skills: Exceptional Excel and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex data simply.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with charity SORP, VAT, and governance is essential.
• Attributes: A strategic thinker who is a confident relationship builder and has a genuine interest in the arts.

What’s On Offer

• Salary: c. £45,000 – £50,000 (Full-Time Equivalent).
• Hours: 3–4 days per week (to be discussed at interview) with flexible and remote working options.
• Location: Based in Camden (Theatro Technis), near Kings Cross.
• Benefits: 25 days holiday (pro-rata), 3% employer pension contribution, and complimentary concert tickets.

An immediate start date is available for the right candidate.

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis with interviews being set up immediately. Please apply ASAP to ensure your details are considered.