Head of Finance and Business Partnering (Maternity Cover)

Job Summary We are looking for a Head of Finance and Business Partnering (Maternity Cover) to continue to develop the model of Finance Business Partnering. Job Description We are looking for a Head of Finance and Business Partnering (Maternity Cover) to continue to develop the model of Finance Business Partnering. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Finance Business Partnering leader to step into a high-profile role at one of the world's leading cultural organisations. Reporting into the Director of Finance, Data &…

Job Summary

We are looking for a Head of Finance and Business Partnering (Maternity Cover) to continue to develop the model of Finance Business Partnering.

Job Description

We are looking for a Head of Finance and Business Partnering (Maternity Cover) to continue to develop the model of Finance Business Partnering.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Finance Business Partnering leader to step into a high-profile role at one of the world’s leading cultural organisations. Reporting into the Director of Finance, Data & Systems, you will lead and continue to evolve the finance partnering function, providing strategic insight, commercial challenge and financial leadership across key areas of the organisation. This role will also act as the partner for the Artistic, Marketing & Communications and Development teams, you will shape decision-making, enhance reporting and forecasting, and empower a talented finance team to deliver excellence.

You will have the following skills and experience: (full details of all essential criteria found within the job pack):

You will be a Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or equivalent professional experience. You will have strong experience and skills in management accounts, KPI’s and financial analysis and experience of developing and strengthening internal controls and of risk management.

You will be able to demonstrate a systems-orientated mindset and have advanced Excel skills and be able to present information clearly to all levels of the organisation using strong negotiating and influencing skills as necessary

You will be analytical and solutions-focussed, able to work quickly and accurately under pressure, with exceptional attention to detail and able to deal with conflicting deadlines.

You will be able to translate ideas effective action speedily and within a finite budget and demonstrate an effective and flexible line management style with the ability to motivate, coach and develop a team of fellow professionals

We welcome all applications by 11:59pm BST on Thursday 12 November. Interviews will take place on or around Thursday 19 November 2026.