Director of Finance

The Director of Finance will lead on all aspects of the Museum''s financial management, including producing monthly accounts and strengthening internal controls and processes. They will oversee treasury functions, including the management of the Museum''s cash holdings and endowments. Serve as Company Secretary, ensuring full compliance with Charity Commission requirements and the Companies Act. As part of the Leadership Team, they work closely with our board of trustees to manage the Museum''s finances in line with the forward plan and wider Museum strategies. Key Accountabilities Prepare annual budgets, working with managers to achieve realistic targets and review figures throughout the year. Prepare monthly management accounts including cash-flow forecasts for presentation to the Director and Trustees. Prepare monthly management accounts to report and analyse any significant variance between actual and budget result. Prepare year-end draft accounts ready for audit and assist the audit team with any queries. Manage the Finance Team. Organise and oversee the daily and monthly accounting procedures in respect of banking, cash handling, data entry, bill payments etc. General financial and business management as well as co-ordination of Museum affairs including Investments, Banking, Legal, and Insurance, Contracts, Licence Agreements and other associated matters. Provide the accounting function for fundraising projects including Heritage Lottery, Arts Council, other grants ..... full job details .....