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Finance Manager
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Are you ready to step into a pivotal role with a nationally significant cultural organisation?
THE ORGANISATION
Pitlochry Festival Theatre is an esteemed arts organisation in the heart of Scotland, known for its contributions to the cultural and artistic landscape. With internationally acclaimed Scottish actor, writer and director Alan Cumming recently appointed as Artistic Director and a new Chief Executive leading the organisation into its next chapter, the theatre is entering an exciting period of growth, innovation and increased national and international profile. As a not-for-profit organisation, it plays a key role in delivering meaningful cultural experiences to a wide audience while maintaining strong financial stewardship.
THE ROLE
As the Finance Manager, you’ll take the lead in ensuring robust financial operations, accurate reporting, and compliant financial controls. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will support the organisation’s mission by embedding best practices and guiding both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Manage day-to-day finance operations including AP, AR, payroll, and banking
- Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring journal, accrual, and reconciliation accuracy
- Investigate financial variances and provide insights for management reporting
- Strengthen financial controls and ensure compliance with internal and external policies
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis efforts
- Lead year-end audit preparations and statutory reporting
- Supervise junior finance staff, guiding development and performance
- Act as finance systems lead to drive process and system improvements
- Provide financial guidance to non-financial stakeholders and deputise for the Head of Finance
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THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
We’re looking for someone with a strong finance foundation and a proactive approach to managing finances in a dynamic environment. This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact in a not-for-profit setting.
Mandatory
- Qualified by experience or Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS, CIPFA)
- Proven experience in finance operations, including AP, AR, and payroll
- Track record in month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations
- Demonstrated knowledge of financial controls and compliance
- Experience in management reporting and financial analysis
- Proficiency in Excel and finance systems such as Xero
- Experience managing and mentoring junior finance staff
Preferred
- Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS, CIPFA)
- Knowledge of Charity SORP and VAT compliance
- Experience in the charity, arts, or publicly funded sectors
- Proficiency with cloud-based finance tools
- Experience supporting audits and statutory reporting
- Track record in streamlining finance processes and systems
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ON OFFER
This role offers the chance to join a respected organisation where your work will directly support its mission and impact. Benefits are competitive, and you’ll have room to grow and bring fresh ideas to the table.
- Salary up to £45,000 per annum DOE
- Hybrid working model with flexibility arrangements after onboarding
- Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects
- Professional development and career growth potential
- A supportive team culture within a high-impact organisation
If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career and make an impact in the not-for-profit sector, we want to hear from you.
iMultiply is committed to diversity and will promote diversity for all employees, workers and applicants.
iMultiply will treat everyone equally and will not discriminate on the grounds of an individual's 'protected characteristic’. If you like the look of this vacancy and think you could perform the role, but, you don't think you meet all the requirements, please DO APPLY for this opportunity. Data shows that certain groups, mainly women and people from Black and Minority communities, are less likely to apply for jobs where they don't meet 100% of role requirements. iMultiply would encourage you to apply for roles where there is room for development and growth.
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