Finance Manager

iMultiply; Pitlochry; Hybrid; GBP 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Meaningful projects

Professional development

Supportive team culture

Job summary

iMultiply is recruiting a Finance Manager to lead day-to-day finance operations, month-end close, and financial reporting for a national not-for-profit organisation in Scotland. You will work with the Head of Finance to embed best practices and guide both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in finance operations, strong knowledge of controls, and proficiency with Excel and Xero.

Qualifications

• Qualified by experience or Part-qualified accountant as listed.
• Experience in AP, AR, and payroll.
• Strong month-end close and balance sheet reconciliation skills.
• Knowledge of internal controls and compliance.
• Experience in management reporting and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in Excel and finance systems such as Xero.
• Experience mentoring junior finance staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day finance operations including AP, AR, payroll, and banking
• Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring journal, accrual, and reconciliation accuracy
• Investigate financial variances and provide insights for management reporting
• Strengthen financial controls and ensure compliance with internal and external policies
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis efforts
• Lead year-end audit preparations and statutory reporting
• Supervise junior finance staff, guiding development and performance
• Act as finance systems lead to drive process and system improvements
• Provide financial guidance to non-financial stakeholders and deputise for the Head of Finance

Skills

Finance operations

Month-end close

Management reporting

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Part-qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ICAS/CIPFA)

Qualified by experience

Tools

Xero

Cloud finance tools

Job description

Are you ready to step into a pivotal role with a nationally significant cultural organisation?

THE ORGANISATION

Pitlochry Festival Theatre is an esteemed arts organisation in the heart of Scotland, known for its contributions to the cultural and artistic landscape. With internationally acclaimed Scottish actor, writer and director Alan Cumming recently appointed as Artistic Director and a new Chief Executive leading the organisation into its next chapter, the theatre is entering an exciting period of growth, innovation and increased national and international profile. As a not‑for‑profit organisation, it plays a key role in delivering meaningful cultural experiences to a wide audience while maintaining strong financial stewardship.

THE ROLE

As the Finance Manager, you’ll take the lead in ensuring robust financial operations, accurate reporting, and compliant financial controls. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will support the organisation’s mission by embedding best practices and guiding both financial and non‑financial stakeholders.

• Manage day‑to‑day finance operations including AP, AR, payroll, and banking
• Oversee the month‑end close process, ensuring journal, accrual, and reconciliation accuracy
• Investigate financial variances and provide insights for management reporting
• Strengthen financial controls and ensure compliance with internal and external policies
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis efforts
• Lead year‑end audit preparations and statutory reporting
• Supervise junior finance staff, guiding development and performance
• Act as finance systems lead to drive process and system improvements
• Provide financial guidance to non‑financial stakeholders and deputise for the Head of Finance

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

We’re looking for someone with a strong finance foundation and a proactive approach to managing finances in a dynamic environment. This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact in a not‑for‑profit setting.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualified by experience or Part‑qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS, CIPFA)
• Proven experience in finance operations, including AP, AR, and payroll
• Track record in month‑end close and balance sheet reconciliations
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial controls and compliance
• Experience in management reporting and financial analysis
• Proficiency in Excel and finance systems such as Xero
• Experience managing and mentoring junior finance staff

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ICAS, CIPFA)
• Knowledge of Charity SORP and VAT compliance
• Experience in the charity, arts, or publicly funded sectors
• Proficiency with cloud‑based finance tools
• Experience supporting audits and statutory reporting
• Track record in streamlining finance processes and systems

ON OFFER

• Salary up to £45,000 per annum DOE
• Hybrid working model with flexibility arrangements after onboarding
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects
• Professional development and career growth potential
• A supportive team culture within a high‑impact organisation

EEO STATEMENT

iMultiply is committed to diversity and will promote diversity for all employees, workers and applicants. iMultiply will treat everyone equally and will not discriminate on the grounds of an individual's "protected characteristic".

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