Senior Management Accountant

Birmingham Repertory Theatre; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A cultural institution in Birmingham seeks a Finance professional to manage accounts and support budget preparations. Ideal candidates will have qualifications as an accountant or equivalent experience, expertise in financial reporting, and proficiency in Excel. This permanent position offers a salary of at least £50,000 per annum with valuable benefits and a commitment to diversity.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement of 5 weeks plus bank holidays

A day off for your birthday

Free-to-use employee assistance service

Staff ticket discount (when available)

Staff discount in food and drink outlets

25% Season Ticket discount on parking

Access to salary sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Strong track record in producing management accounts.
• Deliver insightful and accurate monthly reporting.
• Evidential ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Producing management accounts for the theatre.
• Supporting the Finance Director in budget preparation.
• Advising budget holders on financial matters.

Skills

Management accounts production

Process improvements

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical mindset

Verbal communication

Written communication

Deadline management

Education

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)

5 years relevant experience

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Overview

The Rep's Finance department is responsible for all aspects of the financial management of the theatre and its two commercial subsidiaries.

Responsibilities

The role involves producing management accounts, supporting the Finance Director in preparing annual budgets and monthly forecasts, as well as developing a flexible budget modelling tool to aid strategic planning across leadership teams. It will also include advising budget holders on financial matters, particularly in relation to funding bids.

Qualifications and Skills

Candidate should be qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent), or someone with at least five years of relevant experience. They will have a strong track record in producing management accounts, driving process improvements, and delivering insightful and accurate monthly reporting. Also essential are advanced Excel skills and proficiency with accounting software, along with a highly analytical mindset and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the evidential ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure are a must for this role, and ideally a passion for live theatre.

How to apply

Interested? Please click on the link to view the full job description and apply!

Terms & Conditions

Period of Work: This is a permanent contract, subject to successful completion of a probationary period of three months.

Pay: Commensurate with experience, to be no less than £50,000 per annum. More for an exceptional candidate

Hours: 39 hours per week.

Holidays: 25 days plus 8 bank holidays, and a days accrual for each year of service up to 5 years.

Location: The Rep, Birmingham.

Benefits:

• Holiday entitlement of 5 weeks plus bank holidays
• A day off for your birthday
• Free-to-use employee assistance service
• Staff ticket discount (when available)
• Staff discount in The Rep food and drink outlets
• 25% Season Ticket discount on parking at Q-Parks
• £5 day rates at Utilita Arena North and South Car Parks
• Access to salary sacrifice schemes including Bike to Work scheme and Health Cash Plans

It’s important to us that The Rep reflects the communities we serve and therefore we particularly welcome applicants from the global majority and D/deaf & disabled communities as these groups are not as well represented as we want them to be.

The Rep is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. As part of our safer recruitment practices, the suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers is thoroughly assessed.