_{02nd February, 2026}

Financial Controller
Performing Arts
Central London
Up to £70,000
  
An established and highly regarded organisation in the performing arts is seeking a qualified Financial Controller following a period of team restructuring. This is a senior, hands-on role offering real influence across strategy, leadership, and decision-making.
  
Working closely with the COO and Senior Leadership Team, you’ll take ownership of financial reporting, controls, and audit, while helping shape long-term strategic plans. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader who enjoys partnering with non-finance stakeholders and driving improvement.
  
The role will involve:

• Owning monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, providing insight and challenge
• Leading and developing the finance function (AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger)
• Supporting strategic planning with clear financial analysis and recommendations
• Identifying financial risks and opportunities to improve operational performance
• Playing a key role in major decisions around funding, commercial initiatives, and capital projects
• Leading month-end, year-end, and audit processes
• Preparing annual budgets and rolling forecasts
• Ensuring full compliance with UK accounting, tax, and reporting requirements
• Improving financial processes, controls, and systems across the organisation

  
About you:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Proven experience leading or owning a finance function
• Confident people manager with a track record of developing teams
• Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards and tax
• Able to translate complex financial data for non-finance audiences
• Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in education, charity, or the arts would be an advantage

  
If you’re looking for a visible, influential finance role where your work genuinely supports an organisation’s mission, this could be a fantastic next step.

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