Contract Full-time, permanent (We welcome proposals for flexible working arrangements) Salary £55k per annum This is a newly created role. with responsibility for financial management owned previously by the Executive Director, supported by the Head of Finance and Operations. In the refreshed structure operational and finance functions are separated. The purpose of this role is to ensure the organisation is financially sustainable, well governed, and able to deliver its mission effectively. You will lead the financial management of the organisation, ensuring robust financial control, high-quality reporting, and effective financial planning to support strategic decision-making and long-term sustainability. This is a hands-on, collaborative role in a busy team, spanning both strategic and operational finance. Being a success in this role will essentially balance three things at the same time: 1. Financial stability, control and risk management 2. Artistic and charitable ambition 3. Long-term organisational resilience and sustainable growth Over the last two years the Festival has refreshed a number of our platforms and ways of working, including updating our CRM, ticketing and finance systems (Xero). We have worked with an external consultancy firm who have reviewed our systems and processes in finance and recommended new approaches; we are seeking a financial leader who can continue to progress this transformation, embedding new systems and ways of working across the ..... full job details .....