This is an exciting time to join Discover In spring 2026 we delivered a major programme of business transformation including rebuilding site infrastructure, new visitor spaces, an improved ticketing model and revised accounting system and procedures. We're now looking for a permanent Finance Director to join our Senior Management team, shape and manage the finance department and bring financial insight to all areas of decision making. Overview of the role - Overseeing and continuously improving our financial systems, controls and processes Salary £60,000 FTE, 0.5 (17.5 hours per week) Read the full Job Description and apply at: https://discover.org.uk/jobs/finance-director/ We are seeking an experienced and collaborative Finance Director who can combine strategic insight with strong financial control and operational delivery. You will bring strong technical financial expertise, experience of financial planning, reporting, audit, risk and compliance in a charity setting - possibly even in the arts and culture sector - and the ability to provide clear, insightful advice to senior leaders and trustees. You will enjoy working with our friendly, high-performing senior management team and be motivated to help steer the ship of this unusual, magical, growing organisation. Overseeing and continuously improving our financial systems, controls and processes Visit https://discover.org.uk/jobs/finance-director/ and apply with CV and cover letter.Job Summary
Job Description
- Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team
- Producing management accounts and reports to funders
- Analysis of financial performance and drivers
- Leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
- Cash and treasury management
- Prepare statutory accounts and run the external audit processes.
- VAT checks and returns
- Ensuring compliance with charity, company and tax regulations and funder requirements
Hybrid working availableJob Requirements
Job Responsibilities
Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team
Producing management accounts and reports to funders
Analysis of financial performance and drivers
Leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
Cash and treasury management
Prepare statutory accounts and run the external audit processes.
VAT checks and returns
Ensuring compliance with charity, company and tax regulations and funder requirements Useful Links
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