Finance Manager

Few finance roles offer the opportunity to combine strategic leadership with stewardship of an organisation whose history and cultural significance spans centuries. Our client is an independent charitable organisation that occupies a unique place in the UK''s cultural and civic life. Custodian of an exceptional historic institution, it delivers a diverse programme of community engagement, education, heritage and charitable activities while ensuring that an important part of the nation''s history continues to thrive for future generations. As Finance Manager, you''ll become a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, leading the organisation''s financial strategy and operations while helping to shape its future. This is a broad and influential role, combining financial management with governance, risk, contracts and organisational planning. Working closely with the Chief Executive, Trustees and senior colleagues, you''ll provide insightful financial leadership, oversee budgeting and reporting, manage the annual audit, strengthen financial controls and support long-term sustainability. You''ll also play an important role in developing funding opportunities, managing grants and contracts, and ensuring the organisation continues to operate to the highest standards of governance and compliance. This is an opportunity to contribute far beyond the numbers-helping safeguard an institution of genuine historical and cultural importance while supporting its continued growth and public ..... full job details .....