Head of Finance

Bath Preservation Trust

Bath, Bath and North East Somerset (Hybrid)

£45,000 - £50,000 per year

Full-time

Permanent

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Job description

About Us

Bath Preservation Trust (BPT) is an architectural and cultural heritage charity which campaigns for sustainability and design excellence in the World Heritage City of Bath. At our heart are the principles of informed advocacy, learning for all, and the provision of authentic heritage experiences at our four museums, through partnership working and online.

We believe Bath deserves excellence in design and contemporary sustainable development which is inclusive of all people and improves social and economic opportunities without compromising our unparalleled built heritage and natural environment.

Our museums and collections provide inspiring experiences, learning and insights from the past which help people deepen their knowledge through narratives expressed appropriately, knowledgably and equitably.

The Role

BPT is looking to recruit a Head of Finance who will manage a small finance team and be responsible for the financial systems and accounting of BPT and its 3 subsidiaries to ensure the sound financial management of these organisations.

As Head of Finance, you will also oversee the effective delivery of many of BPT’s administrative operations to enable the smooth running of the charity group and support the Chief Executive and senior leadership team with financial information; advising on financial strategies that align with the charities’ objectives.

You will report to the Chief Executive and work closely with staff throughout BPT, the Board of Trustees and the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee.

About you

To succeed in this role you will:

Be a qualified accountant or QBE with substantial financial and management accounting experience.
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrable experience of leading and engaging with finance and other corporate functions to develop a mature and rounded service.
Have an excellent understanding of financial and management accounting processes, financial reporting and audit planning as well as being adept at managing both your own and your team’s priorities.
Working with the Leadership team, you will be a strong leader able to communicate well with your peers and teams members and have resilience to adapt quickly to changing priorities and demands from internal and external stakeholders.
Knowledge of SORP, Charity law and VAT
In return for your hard work and dedication you will enjoy a wide variety of benefits including:
Positive, collaborative, inclusive working culture
Flexible working hours
Flexible working arrangements (subject to agreement and the requirements of the job)
34 days annual leave (including public holidays) pro rata for part time staff
Employee Assistance Programme
Higher than statutory minimum company sick leave
Cycle to Work scheme
0% loans for public transport season tickets
Death in Service benefit scheme