Theatre Royal

FINANCE MANAGER

Theatre Royal is seeking applications for an experienced, highly motivated Finance Manager to join our team in a busy, dynamic arts led theatre venue located in Waterford City.

Job Title: Finance Manager

Reporting to: Theatre Director

Responsible for: Managing the financial operations of the Theatre Royal

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Location: Theatre Royal, The Mall, Waterford

Remuneration: Part-time position, 24 hours – Salary €31,200

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Theatre Director, the Finance Manager is a key position within the theatre management team. Theatre Royal is a Company Limited by Guarantee and a Charity which is governed by a Board of Directors.

The organisations management team comprises of the Theatre Director, Technical Manager, Marketing & Communications Manager, Box Office Manager & FOH Supervisor and the Finance Manager.

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This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic individual looking to consolidate their career in accounting, financial and venue management.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

Primary Responsibilities

- Preparation and reporting of accurate and timely management accounts, the analysis of variances, cash flows, annual audit and financial reporting and present to the Finance Committee and Board as required.
- Coordinate with external auditor and prepare for annual audits.
- Perform day-to-day financial operations including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, inventory management, bank reconciliations, and cash flow.
- Ensure adherence to internal controls and financial best practices, make improvements where required.
- Preparation and processing of monthly creditors' reports including supplier statement reconciliations and investigation of anomalies.
- Lead in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts in collaboration with department heads and Theatre Director. Monitor budgetary performance and provide recommendations for cost control.
- Prepare appraisal of capital requirements and spending.
- With Theatre Director & Administration team ensuring accurate records are maintained on Theatre Royal's profile with the Charities Regulatory Authority, submitting annual audit.
- Liaise with management, suppliers, funders and external stakeholders regarding financial matters and relationship management of same.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making.
- With the Theatre Director and management team ensuring the organisation adheres to legislative requirements.
- With the Theatre Director participate in grant management, including applications, reporting, and compliance with funding conditions.
- Undertaking other management finance duties as may be reasonably required and agreed with the Theatre Director.

Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate the following:

Essential qualities/qualifications:

- Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA)
- Minimum 3 years of experience in financial management, preferably in the arts or non-profit sector.
- Strong knowledge of financial legislation and compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage and Excel).
- Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.

Desirable qualities/qualifications:

- Experience working in a theatre or cultural organisation.
- Familiarity with ticketing systems such as Ticketsolve.
- Understanding of grant funding and reporting requirements.

Terms & Conditions of Employment:

- Part-time: 24 hours per week, with the normal working administration week being Monday to Thursday
- Based primarily at Theatre Royal, Waterford City with potential for hybrid working as agreed.

How to Apply

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Applicants are requested to provide:

- Cover letter outlining your suitability to the role and what you would bring to the organisation
- A most recent relevant CV
- Names and contact details of 2 relevant referees

- Applications to be submitted by email to theatredirector@theatreroyal.ie , reference Application for Finance Manager role
- Application deadline Monday 18^th August, 10am

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