Head of Finance

Post: Head of Finance Salary and Band: £43,000 to £52,500 Department: Finance Team Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 39 hours per week Line Manager: Chief Operating Officer Reports From: Finance Team Location: Coventry Applications close: 3 March 2026, Interviews: w/c 16 March PURPOSE OF ROLE: The Head of Finance will report to the COO, and work closely with the Senior Leadership team, supporting the Theatre''s strategic objectives and decision-making. The postholder will provide strategic and operational leadership to a small and dedicated finance team and will be responsible for the financial management of the Theatre and its subsidiaries, in alignment with organisational strategic plans and budgets, and in compliance with Charity and Company accounting standards and practices. This role is hands on and works closely with each department. Key Objectives Working with the COO to provide Strategic Management: Budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning. Oversee day to day financial operations, leading and managing the Finance team Support the COO to ensure regulatory requirements of all statutory bodies are met, especially in relation to charity accounting regulations Managing statutory accounts, external audits, and specialist areas like VAT and Theatre Tax Relief. Implement efficient and effective Finance reporting to meet the evolving needs of the business, supporting deep dive analysis for the Executive team where required Working with ..... full job details .....