Finance Manager

Job Description

Finance Manager, Awen Cultural Trust

Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.

Basis: Full Time, Permanent 

Salary: £47,940 - £49,431

Base: Bryngarw House, South Wales 

Accountable to: Head of Finance

Accountable for: Finance Business Partners, Finance Apprentice 

Closing date : Friday 26th June 2026

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Manager to play a key role within our finance team. Working as an integral part of the team, you will take the lead on finance for Awen’s venues and trading subsidiary. This is a varied and hands-on role, combining operational leadership with strategic support.

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• You will work closely with venue management teams to ensure that the business is provided with the necessary finance management support and support the Head of Finance in developing a resilient and skilled finance team to meet the needs of the business. 

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You will lead day-to-day finance operations across the group, supporting venues, subsidiaries and outsourced clients with high quality financial management and reporting.

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You will oversee core finance processes including budgeting, payroll, VAT and month-end reporting, while working closely with managers and stakeholders to provide insight, challenge and guidance. 

The successful Finance Manager will be a proactive, solutions-focused professional with strong technical expertise and excellent communication skills, capable of delivering accurate, timely financial information and contributing to the continued development of a resilient and high performing finance function. 

Finance Manager Requirements 

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• Formal accountancy qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or be able to demonstrate competence through experience 

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Formal payroll qualification (e.g., CIPP) or be able to demonstrate through experience 

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Excellent knowledge of payroll processing procedures, pension admin

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IT proficiency including Excel and Microsoft Office 

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A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle for work purposes 

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Knowledge and understanding of managing financial matters including VAT, tax and other compliance implications of not-for-profit status 

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Excellent report writing and presentation skills 

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Experienced with dealing with financial transactions and cash handling, recording transactions and maintaining financial records 

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Ability to speak Welsh is desired 

Please see full Finance Manager job description attached

Benefits

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• Pension 6% matched

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Access to Health Assured

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Discount at Awen Cafes

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Access to Awen's Benefits Platform (i.e. discounts at high street stores, supermarkets, restaurants, holidays and cinema)

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Discounted membership at Halo Leisure Centres

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Family Friendly Organisation

About Awen Cultural Trust

Awen Cultural Trust is a registered charity and social enterprise based in South Wales. xwzovoh Our purpose is to improve the wellbeing of people and communities by managing, maintaining and enhancing a portfolio of arts, heritage and cultural venues across South Wales.