Charity Finance Leader — Reporting & Controls

Opera North; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A performing arts organization in the UK seeks a Head of Finance to lead day-to-day financial operations and ensure effective accounting controls. Candidates must hold a professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) and have significant experience in financial reporting and line management. Knowledge of charity accounting rules is desired. The role offers a competitive salary around £50,000, with applications due by 12 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Must have a professional accounting qualification.
• Significant experience in financial reporting and controls.
• Line management experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day financial transactions.
• Supervise a small team of finance officers.
• Ensure effective administration and control of accounting.

Skills

Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Significant financial reporting experience

Line management experience

Knowledge of charity accounting rules

Job description

A performing arts organization in the UK seeks a Head of Finance to lead day-to-day financial operations and ensure effective accounting controls. Candidates must hold a professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) and have significant experience in financial reporting and line management. Knowledge of charity accounting rules is desired. The role offers a competitive salary around £50,000, with applications due by 12 January 2026.