Wiltshire Music Centre is looking for a Head of Finance to drive financial strategy, ensure robust financial management, and provide clear insight to support decision-making across all areas of activity of our music and education venue. This role sits on our Senior Leadership Team.
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Management & Reporting
* Lead preparation of management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and variance analysis
* Produce quarterly finance reports and manage month end processes and reports
* Oversee preparation of the annual statutory accounts and audit
* Maintain a clear reserves policy and monitor cash flow
* Administer finances raised through fundraising campaigns, donations, sponsorship and grants, and claim back Gift Aid from HMRC
* Prepare and process VAT returns, handling partial exemption when applicable
* Be the first point of contact for any HMRC query
2. Budgeting & Strategy
* Coordinate the annual budgeting process across departments
* Provide financial modelling and analysis for strategic planning and fundraising bids
* Support the Executive Director and trustees in scenario planning and long-term forecasting
* Advise on risk management and internal controls
3. Operations & Systems
1. Oversee day-to-day finance operations (invoicing, ...