Title : Finance Manager (Maternity Cover) Contract: Fixed Term Contract 6 months. Notice period : 1 month. Location : Lyric Theatre, Belfast Hours: 30 hours, 4 days a week, Monday through Friday, 9-5, with occasional evening and weekends Benefits: Additional paid day off for your birthday; free theatre tickets; free beverages; discounted food; access to free counselling; employer contributed pension; maternity/paternity leave; statutory pay for sickness How to Apply : Please click in the apply button below. Are you passionate about theatre and finance? The Lyric Theatre, Northern Irelands cultural heartbeat, is looking for a talented Finance Manager to join our team! Why work with us? Enjoy fantastic benefits like an extra day off for your birthday, free show tickets, discounted food and drinks, and access to wellbeing support. Plus, you'll work in a stunning riverside setting with a multi-award winning team that values inclusivity, creativity, and collaboration. Essential Criteria Minimum of three years experience in the finance department of a complex commercial or not-for-profit organisation with a turnover in excess of £2.5 million. Qualified Accounting Technician and/or part-qualified accountant OR a minimum of 5 years experience will be accepted in lieu of a qualification. Experience of staff management and working as part of a team Experience in all aspects of financial and management reporting - producing management accounts, year-end statutory accounts, reporting to budget holders, reconciliation procedures etc Experience of processing payroll and working knowledge of PAYE and VAT Experience of using Sage Line 50/Sage Payroll or a similar accounting/payroll package Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including intermediate or advanced Excel Skills; Additionally: Strong inter-personal skills, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. An enthusiastic and flexible approach to work The ability to mentor, motivate and encourage a small team A natural problem solver with the ability to multi-task The ability to prioritise and manager time effectively Natural aptitude for figures and attention to detail Desirable Criteria The following qualities or experience are also desirable: Demonstrable interest in theatre and the arts Experience with contract interpretation and settlement Experience of people and budget management The application window will close on Tues 03/03/26 at noon. If theres any issues, please let us know. Thank you in advance.