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About Royal & Derngate & the Northampton FIlMhouse
We aim to enhance the quality of life of everyone in Northamptonshire by broadening
access to excellent arts, creative learning and entertainment.
Royal & Derngate comprises a 1,200-seat In June 2013 we opened an 88 seat to attendance. We are proud to partner with
multi-purpose auditorium that presents independent cinema, operating full time local schools and universities; to deliver
a mixed programme of touring shows adjacent to Derngate, the Northampton outreach work in mental health settings;
and artists all year round (Derngate); a Filmhouse. Such was its success, that we and to curate regular programmes including
450-seat Victorian playhouse that hosts opened a second screen in 2017. LGBTQ screenings in our cinema and access
our award winning Made In Northampton By inspiring leading artists to work in performances across our live work.
series of in-house produced theatre Northampton, training a new generation of Looking ahead, Royal & Derngate will
productions (Royal); and a 100-capacity theatre makers and nurturing the creativity continue to grow as we realise ambitious
studio that doubles as both a workshop of young people, we are committed to plans to, pioneer musicals, boost arts in
space for children and young people, and providing opportunities for all of our education, foster international partnerships,
an ad hoc small scale performance space communities to participate in the creative produce digitally, increase touring and
(Underground Studio). life of their theatre and remove all barriers capitalise on our cinema’s success.
All figures stated are from the financial year 2017/18 and
relate to Royal & Derngate and the Northampton Filmhouse
115,000
378,000
audience members attended
people saw Made In Northampton
shows on tour across the UK
live performances and films
86%
in Northampton
welcomed 82,000
£7.4 million audience members of our income
came from
tickets sold ticket sales, our 21,000
bars and café participants
and fundraising of all ages
took part in
our Creative
£28 million economic impact Learning
programme
“Royal & Derngate has a reputation “I can think of few arts complexes “It truly is a stunning gem in the
for adventurous commissioning which that induce such a rush of heart of Northampton”
few B
ritish theatres can match” excitement on arrival” The Guardian on the Northampton Filmhouse
BBC News Daily Telegraph
H Nominated 2016 & Winner 2010 The Stage Awards Regional Theatre of the Year H
Sara Pascoe Core Actors Grow Festival
About The Core at Corby Cube
We fully embrace the opportunity to be the pride of the local community, to be a civic theatre that encourages
participation in the arts in the most engaging, entertaining and relevant way.
The Core at Corby Cube opened in 2010, three large-scale outdoor arts festivals, in doors of our building comes all of civic and
having been developed by the team at partnership with Made in Corby, the first of community life, and the theatre is firmly
Royal & Derngate. which took place in July last year. placed at the very heart of it. Our vision is to
Our 445 seat multi-purpose auditorium The Core has successfully reached a fully embrace this opportunity to be central
presents a mixed programme of touring wide-range of Corby’s communities since to our society - to be a civic theatre in the
shows all year round (The Theatre), and the opening, welcoming over 230,000 audience most engaging, entertaining and relevant
venue also has an 80 seat studio (The Lab) members and 120,000 participants to take way possible; to help the theatre and our
that prioritises our work for children and part in, share and create brilliant theatre, town flourish; and to reflect our community
young people, and a workshop space (The live entertainment and creative learning back to itself. We embrace the need to
Base) mainly used for our creative projects activities. This success story is rooted in empower more young people and diversify
activity. While predominantly being an a theatre which has its home in a working our workforce and audience, to develop
organisation that presents live performance, town hall. Uniquely in the country, we exciting artists and produce festivals.
we are also involved in activity that supports share our space with a council chamber, a
the professional development of artists. library, a one-stop shop, the registrar and
We are also curating ‘Grow’, a series of the Citizens’ Advice Bureau. Through the
We reached 98
51,877
Our local
economic volunteers
people through impact supported The Core
increased to contributing more
all of our
activity £3.7m than 6,000
hours
Children and young people made up
18% of all audience members
We supported 9 young people
to achieve Arts Awards,
4 of which
were Gold
All figures stated are from the financial year 2017/18
“There are few better examples of the belief that the arts “There is so much sound thinking behind The Core in
can help to regenerate urban centres than the opening architectural, theatrical and social terms. Just ask
of The Core at Corby Cube, a multi-use cultural centre in anyone who lives in Corby”
the Northamptonshire town of Corby” The Stage
Financial Times
The Role Job Title: Finance Director Responsible to: Chief Executive About Northamptonshire Arts Management Trust (NAMT): NAMT provides programming, marketing, sales, fundraising, HR, IT, finance, chief executive and company secretary services to both Royal & Derngate (including Northampton Filmhouse) and The Core at Corby Cube. Collectively we employ 250 people, are supported by 204 trained volunteers and have a combined turnover of £11.6million. Job Purpose: • To ensure the overall effective and entrepreneurial financial management and reporting for NAMT (on behalf of Royal & Derngate and The Core at Corby Cube) • To actively contribute towards the financial planning and strategic growth of the organisation as a key member of the Strategic Management Team • To deputise for the Chief Executive in all areas relating to Financial Management, Planning and Reporting Principal Responsibilities: Strategic Management - To contribute to the strategic management of NAMT, (on behalf of Royal & Derngate and The Core at Corby Cube) by developing and maintaining strategies that encompass the Finance Department • To participate within the Strategic Management Team and provide vision, direction and leadership in forward planning and the effective daily organisation of NAMT’s activities, including business planning and efficiency, policy and working culture setting, financial forecasting and strategic decision making Financial Management - Effective management of all capital and revenue budgets and effective management of the Management and Administration, Finance, Presented and Produced resources and budgets. • To drive through delivery of organisational financial improvement plans • To lead on the financial aspects of any strategic projects aimed at achieving growth for the organisation • To have an overview of the activities and budgets for each department to ensure the procedures laid down in the Trust’s financial regulations are adhered to • Monitor and control the quality and cost-effectiveness of services provided by the department to ensure high standards and value for money • To drive the elimination of waste and take opportunities to improve cost efficiencies • To maintain up-to-date records of departmental financial information Staff Management/Deployment - To lead and manage the Finance team by establishing excellent ongoing working relationships with team via recruitment, training and communication. • To liaise with the Head of HR to ensure staffing levels are maintained, recruiting effective staff as necessary, in line with relevant policies and procedures • To effectively manage the performance of the team by carrying out progress reviews and ensuring objectives and key outputs are cascaded throughout the department • To liaise with the Head of HR and line managers to establish an on-going training programme in line with company policies, to develop all staff to appropriate standards • Communicate effectively with team on a regular basis ensuring information is clear, accurate and timely; encouraging team participation in the way information is relayed to and from the departments • Ensure that Working Time Regulations are adhered to and that established reporting procedures are adhered to and monitored
Delivery - To deliver an excellent service to the customers of NAMT, Royal & Derngate and The Core at Corby Cube through financial management of the organisation. • To oversee the accurate and timely preparation of management accounts, the effective operation and development of management systems for all accounting functions, particularly those relating to purchase ledger, sales ledger, payroll, cash and banking, nominal ledger and stock control • To be responsible for the preparation of appropriate financial reports for NAMT, Royal & Derngate and The Core at Corby Cube Boards and to present such at Finance Committee and Board Meetings, as and when required • To be fully conversant with new initiatives, new legislation and modern thinking in all matters relating to the financial management of NAMT, Royal & Derngate and The Core at Corby Cube and to advise the Management Team and Boards accordingly (e.g. Charity, Accounting and other) • To plan and oversee financial management documents, including financial plans, budgets and forecasts • To manage and oversee the preparation of all statutory returns and the management of company pension schemes • To maximise income from NAMT, Royal & Derngate (including Northampton Filmhouse) and The Core at Corby Cube’s secondary and trading activities • To plan implement and develop the Finance Team operating procedures • To lead and initiate liaison with auditors, business advisers and funding partners • To oversee the Management Information Systems used by NAMT, Royal & Derngate and The Core at Corby Cube and with an emphasis on effective financial control procedures • To liaise with HMRC regarding all VAT and Theatre Tax Relief processes • To manage all the NAMT, Royal & Derngate and The Core at Corby Cube’s investments to their best advantage, appraising all investment proposals and providing analytical information to assist in making these decisions Additional Responsibilities • Promote and adhere to the organisation’s culture and values • To be aware of, adhere to, and implement any legislative requirements consistent with overall duties of this post, with particular regard to Health and Safety policies and procedures, General Data Protection Regulations and Equal Opportunities • To undergo relevant training and development required by the Chief Executive • To carry out any other tasks that will, from time to time be allocated by the Chief Executive on an ad hoc or continuing basis, commensurate with the general level of responsibility of the post Relationships/Position in the Organisation • Member of Strategic Management Team (SMT) • Direct line responsibility for Finance Manager and Management Accountant. In-direct responsibility for further Finance Team members RSC Hamlet Catfish And The Bottlemen Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Person Specification Essential Experience • Significant experience at senior financial controller level within a large customer driven environment • Significant experience in direct management and control of a minimum £5m turnover operation • Proven experience in direct management and supervision of a finance team • Proven experience of budget preparation, setting and monitoring and financial forecasting • Proven experience of preparing and presenting financial and management accounts, reports and data • Strong influencing skills with the ability to direct and motivate to deliver through others • Experience of liaising with auditors, business advisers and board members • Working with stakeholders and investors Knowledge/Qualifications • Qualified accountant to at least CIMA, ACCA, ACA or CIPFA level • Good working knowledge of current accounting software systems • Knowledge of management systems for all accounting functions including purchase ledger, sales ledger, payroll, cash and banking, nominal ledger and stock • Understanding and appreciation of the charitable and not-for-profit sector including Charity Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) and VAT Cultural Exemption Skills/Abilities • Excellent and extensive people management and leadership skills • Excellent communication; both oral and written and excellent interpersonal skills • Well-honed presentation skills both verbal and in writing • Strategic and analytical skills • Flexibility and adaptability • Proven report writing skills • Excellent IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook) • Proven ability to liaise with statutory agencies e.g. Charity Commission, Inland Revenue and H.M. Customs & Excise • Team Leader/Player • Ability to set targets, motivate and inspire staff to achieve targets • Ability to prioritise responsibilities under pressure and be self-motivating Desirable Knowledge • Understanding and passion for performing arts and the entertainment sector • Understanding of a producing environment
Terms of Appointment Job Title Finance Director Salary £50k - £55k per annum (paid monthly). Dependent on experience Hours of Work Minimum of 37 hours per week Work Location Royal & Derngate, Guildhall Road, Northampton NN1 1DP Holidays Holiday year April – March 31 days per annum (including 8 days statutory holiday) – pro-rata in first year Notice Period 12 weeks (after probationary period) Subject to Satisfactory Pre-employment Health Questionnaire Satisfactory References Probationary period – 6 months Compliance with Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 Pension Scheme Auto-Enrolment into NOW Pensions Scheme after three months service. Creative Projects Northampton Filmhouse Volunteering
How to Apply To apply for this role, please send a CV and covering letter (no more than 3 sides of A4), stating why you think you are suitable for the job, to Andrea Facey, Head of HR, Northamptonshire Arts Management Trust (NAMT), 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton NN1 1DP or via email andrea.facey@namtrust.co.uk Please include the Equal Opportunities form, which can be downloaded from www.royalandderngate.co.uk/vacancies or www.thecorecorby.com/vacancies. If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, Jo Gordon, our CEO would be happy to talk to you. Please contact Alexandra Robinson, Executive Assistant to the CEO on 01604 655712 to arrange a time to speak to her. Closing date Thu 7 February Interviews Fri 15 February www.royalandderngate.co.uk www.thecorecorby.com www.northamptonfilmhouse.com
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