Who You Are
We welcome applications from people with a range of experiences. You may come from the cultural, non-profit, or commercial sector, provided you bring strong financial and operational leadership skills.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven financial leadership experience, ideally at Director or Senior Management level.
- Excellent knowledge of charity finance, including restricted/unrestricted funds, statutory reporting, and grant compliance.
- Experience in commercial income generation, such as retail, hospitality, or venue hire, and the ability to grow revenue streams.
- Understanding of governance, risk management, and compliance, particularly in the non-profit or cultural sector.
- Demonstrable experience of budget management, financial forecasting, and reporting to Boards or senior stakeholders.
- Experience managing audits and financial reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations.
- Ability to lead high-performing teams, setting clear objectives and driving continuous improvement.
- A professional finance qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CIPFA) or equivalent experience in charity finance.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience managing relationships with Arts Council England, local authorities, and philanthropic funders.
- Strong knowledge of charity governance and reporting obligations, including SORP (Statement of Recommended Practice) guidelines.
What We Offer
At Firstsite, we believe that strong financial leadership is the foundation of artistic and social impact. We offer:
- A flexible and supportive work environment, committed to staff wellbeing.
- The opportunity to shape the future of a leading contemporary art space, with a direct impact on financial growth and sustainability.
- A competitive salary and benefits package, including pension contributions, professional development, and staff discounts.
- A role where your expertise will directly influence strategic decisions and ensure Firstsite thrives long into the future
- If you are an experienced financial and operational leader who is passionate about building a sustainable future for the arts, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now and play a key role in shaping Firstsite’s future.