Your newpany
Hays Accountancy & Finance are working with an innovative and high-profile cultural organisation based in Belfast that is seeking a dynamic andmercially astute Head of Finance & Business Management. This is a rare opportunity to join the senior leadership team of a creative institution that plays a vital role in the region’s cultural andmunity life.
Your new role As a key member of the Senior Management Team, you will lead the organisation’s financial strategy, business operations, and fundraising functions. You’ll be responsible for ensuring financial sustainability,pliance, and operational excellence, while also contributing to strategic planning andmercial development.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead financial modelling, forecasting, and scenario planning
2. Produce and analyse monthly management accounts and annual audited accounts
3. Oversee budgeting, cash flow, and financial reporting to the Board
4. Ensurepliance with tax, audit, and charity regulations
5. Manage procurement, payroll, and internal controls
6. Contribute to strategic planning and business development
7. Lead on funding applications and financial oversight of fundraising activity
8. Supportmercial initiatives including venue hire and contract review
9. Oversee facilities management and capital project financials
10. Line manage finance, fundraising, and facilities teams
What you'll need to succeed
11. Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
12. Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior finance role
13. Proven ability to manage budgets, cash flow, and financial modelling
14. Strong leadership and team management experience
15. Excellentmunication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills
16. Advanced Excel and experience with accounting systems (, Sage)
17. Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach
Desirable:
18. Experience in the arts, charity, or cultural sectors
19. Knowledge of charity SORP and FRS102
20. Fundraising or capital project experience
21. Experience working with trade unions or public funders
What you'll get in return
22. A leadership role in a respected and mission-driven organisation
23. Opportunity to shape financial strategy and contribute to cultural impact
24. Collaborative and creative working environment