Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre are seeking an experienced Management Accountant to cover a period of maternity leave within the team. It is expected that this period of cover will run until 30 September 2027.
Reporting to the Director of Finance and HR, the Management Accountant will be responsible for the financial statements and reporting requirements of the finance function for Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre Limited and Dundee Repertory Theatre Trading Limited.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting
- Prepare monthly management accounts (charity and trading) for review by senior management, including necessary reconciliations and completion of supporting schedules.
- Detailed cost and income analysis for productions and projects, working closely with budget holders to maximise income and maintain budgetary control
Financial Processes
- Provide cover for the work of the Finance and Payroll Officer as needed - transactional postings, control account reconciliations and payroll processing as required.
- Support the daily financial operations of the company, including processing payment runs, credit card expenses, and managing supplier/customer relations.
Financial Modelling
- Support the Director of Finance and HR in the development and setting of annual budgets
Other Duties
- Contributing and assisting with the end of year audit process (year end 31 March)
- Supporting colleagues to understand and implement financial policies and procedures.
The duties and responsibilities set out should not be regarded as exhaustive. The post-holder may be required to undertake other duties and responsibilities which are appropriate with the level of the role. The post-holder may also be required, from time to time, to carry out duties that would not normally be associated with the post on a temporary basis where there is a strong organisational requirement. The post-holder would be given appropriate training and equipment to perform any duties of this kind.
Person Specification
Essential
If you do not demonstrate that you meet all the below criteria in your application, you may not be shortlisted.
- Proven experience of producing monthly management accounts to a firm deadline
- A strong understanding of charity accounting requirements
- Experience of producing financial reports for a wide range of audiences, including those with no financial background.
- Experience of working with a variety of financial software packages
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel
Desirable
If we need to choose between candidates who meet the essential criteria, we may take the below factors into account.
- Knowledge / Experience of working within the cultural sector
- Experience of working with Iplicit financial software
- Experience of Sage Payroll
- Understanding of partial VAT exemption
- Knowledge / Experience of processing payroll
- Professional accountancy qualification
- Experience of group accounting
To apply for this post you must submit a CV with cover letter and an Equalities Monitoring Form to [email protected]. Data from your Equalities Monitoring Form will not be shared with the recruitment panel.
If you would like to request any adjustments to enable you to apply for this post or to fully participate in an interview, please contact [email protected].
Pay: £33,000.00-£34,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Experience:
- management accounts: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dundee DD1 1PB
