Rapidly improve the performance of all Firstsite’s commercial strands including corporate and community hires, membership, catering and drinks offer, auditorium and retail. Support the Director in establishing a broad range of new supporters for Firstsite both from the public and private sector including developing corporate memberships schemes, sponsorship and individual donations. Complete a comprehensive review of all digital systems (financial, operational, creative and communications) to understand how best to maximise new technology to significantly enhance the performance and professionalism of the Team and it’s capabilities. KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED The successful individual will be appropriately qualified and experienced and will demonstrate: Extensive financial expertise and business acumen Ability to control the finances of Firstsite and to ensure effective controls within the organisation Experience in leadership roles at Director or Senior Manager level Management experience including non-financial teams Strategy development experience Extensive experience of planning, budgeting and development of management reporting. In addition to a professional qualification (ACA/CIMA/ACCA, MBA or similar professional qualification) and extensive knowledge of charity accounting, you will have experience of successfully leading a highly motivated, high achieving finance and/or commercial team. You will understand the importance of building good relationships with non-finance managers and how to communicate effectively at all levels. You will also know when to roll up your sleeves and on detail. You will be able to solve complex accounting and system issues, your ethos will be one of continual improvement and, when making changes, you will take others with you. You will thrive in a role that is challenging and varied, and you are able to prioritise effectively. With a primary on ensuring all financial management is effective and given strategic importance, you will take the lead on developing new systems and processes, and will support the organisation in dealing with new developments and activities. TASKS AND OUTPUTS
Rapidly improve the performance of all Firstsite’s commercial strands including corporate and community hires, membership, catering and drinks offer, auditorium and retail. Support the Director in establishing a broad range of new supporters for Firstsite both from the public and private sector including developing corporate memberships schemes, sponsorship and individual donations. Complete a comprehensive review of all digital systems (financial, operational, creative and communications) to understand how best to maximise new technology to significantly enhance the performance and professionalism of the Team and it’s capabilities. KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED The successful individual will be appropriately qualified and experienced and will demonstrate: Extensive financial expertise and business acumen Ability to control the finances of Firstsite and to ensure effective controls within the organisation Experience in leadership roles at Director or Senior Manager level Management experience including non-financial teams Strategy development experience Extensive experience of planning, budgeting and development of management reporting. In addition to a professional qualification (ACA/CIMA/ACCA, MBA or similar professional qualification) and extensive knowledge of charity accounting, you will have experience of successfully leading a highly motivated, high achieving finance and/or commercial team. You will understand the importance of building good relationships with non-finance managers and how to communicate effectively at all levels. You will also know when to roll up your sleeves and on detail. You will be able to solve complex accounting and system issues, your ethos will be one of continual improvement and, when making changes, you will take others with you. You will thrive in a role that is challenging and varied, and you are able to prioritise effectively. With a primary on ensuring all financial management is effective and given strategic importance, you will take the lead on developing new systems and processes, and will support the organisation in dealing with new developments and activities. TASKS AND OUTPUTS
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