The Head of Finance is responsible for the effective financial management and governance of the Academy of Ancient Music, providing strategic financial advice and support to the Chief Executive, Board and SMT. Working closely with the Chief Executive, the Head of Finance will lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting, providing clear analysis and insight to inform organisational strategy and decision-making. They will contribute to the assessment of new projects and opportunities, ensuring that financial implications, risks and opportunities are properly understood. The Head of Finance will have overall responsibility for the integrity of AAM's financial systems, records and controls, overseeing outsourced providers responsible for bookkeeping, payroll and other transactional activity. The role therefore requires both strategic financial capability and a strong understanding of the underlying accounting function, with the ability to ensure that detailed financial processes are accurate, timely and robust. Qualified finance professional (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Part-qualified, or qualified by experience, may also be considered. Responsibilities include: Please download the full Job Description and Person Specification from the AAM website. Applicants are invited to send a CV and covering letter addressed to John McMunn, Chief Executive to [email protected]. Best practice is for CVs not to exceed two sides of A4. If you would like an informal conversation about this role before applying, please contact John directly on 07811 263054 or e-mail [email protected]. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and until such time as the role is filled with interviews being arranged on a similarly rolling basis. Unfortunately, we are unable to cover travel or any other expenses for interviews. The Academy of Ancient Music strives to be an equal opportunities employer.Job Summary
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Job Requirements
Experience of managing an outsourced bookkeeping function or similar.
Knowledge and experience of using Xero or similar accounting system. Excellent Excel skills.
Some experience in grant management and reporting would be helpful.
Some experience of working with restricted & unrestricted funds and a good understanding of the challenges this can pose.
UK charity experience, including understanding and application of the charity SORP.
Some experience of developing and implementing accounting and financial management systems, policies and processes.
Ability to present complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to build rapport with others.
Excellent written and spoken English, and ability to write concise reports for a variety of stakeholders and audiences.Job Responsibilities
Act as strategic financial partner and adviser to the Chief Executive, providing insight, analysis and challenge on business planning, new ventures and growth opportunities (touring, recordings, AAMplify education initiative etc), serving as first port of call for the Chief Executive on financial matters so they can focus on artistic and organisational leadership.
Provide financial modelling and scenario planning to support the Chief Executive and Board in evaluating strategic options and major decisions.
Own overall responsibility for the charity's financial health: budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and management accounts, for an organisation with annual income of c.£1-2M.
Supervise and quality-control the outsourced bookkeeping function, ensuring transactions, reconciliations and payment runs are accurate, timely and properly controlledUseful Links
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