Job Description

We are looking to appoint an experienced finance professional to the new role of FINANCE MANAGER.

As Finance Manager you will ensure the high-quality and efficient function of Future Yard's financial processes. You will have control of all day-to-day finance functions, delivering accurate financial information, maintaining strong financial controls and supporting budget holders across the organisation. This is a hands-on role ideal for a proactive individual who combines excellent technical skills with a collaborative working style.

Working within our Leadership Group, this role will report to the Chief Executive and will be supported by our Head of HR. Future Yard CIC is a relatively young organisation and has grown into its current position of prominence in just five years.

We are an award-winning, grassroots cultural institution, an anchor organisation in Birkenhead's regeneration and an Arts Council England NPO.

This role is an opportunity to scaffold the operational financial functions of the organisation, supporting the next phase of our growth and development. This includes the next phase of our capital building programme in 2026.

This is a unique opportunity to join the team at one of the UK's most exciting new music organisations. Since fully opening in the summer of 2021, we have played host to artists such as Nadine Shah, Anna Calvi, Gruff Rhys, OMD, Doves, Black Country New Road, Everything Everything, English Teacher, The Zutons, Nubiyan Twist, Shame, Melt Yourself Down, Dry Cleaning, The Coral, Bodega and many more, with a programme encompassing the best in contemporary alternative, jazz, electronic and experimental music.

Future Yard is committed to providing a range of pathways for local young people to develop the skills needed to embark on careers within the live music industry.

As a member of the Future Yard family you will benefit from a range of bonuses, including: free entry to all Future Yard shows, training and social events, our cycle to work scheme, paid training, ongoing development opportunities and a brilliant range of staff discounts.

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THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for an experienced finance professional to undertake this role at an important time in our organisation's development. Ideally you will have relevant experience within the music/ creative industries, although candidates with transferable and appropriate experience from other sectors are also encouraged to apply.

We are particularly looking for an individual who shares Future Yard's values and is/has:

An appropriate level of financial experience and leadership ACA/ACCA/CIMA-recognised professional accounting qualification, or be working towards achieving one, or be able to demonstrate a track record of success in a comparable role An intimate knowledge of financial business processes and best practice Experience within the non-profit / charitable sector is desirable A genuine, demonstrable passion for Future Yard's work and a synergy with our mission Great team working skills, flexibility and an appetite to continually develop Excellent communication skills You will be a well organised, disciplined self-starter
Applications must be made via an application form (which will be sent to you), with an opportunity to upload a CV and personal statement detailing how you are the perfect fit for the role.

Please take care to address all aspects of the role profile (as described in the recruitment pack on the Future Yard website) in your covering letter.

If your application is successful, you will be invited for an interview. Interviews will take place on either 18th or 19th December.

The deadline for applications is 10am on Friday 12th December 2025.

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Future Yard was established with the aim of creating a transformational live music venue for the people of Birkenhead, Wirral and Merseyside. We're passionate about the power of music and the positive impact a high-quality community music venue can have on people's lives. Future Yard is at the heart of the regeneration vision for Birkenhead.

Future Yard is a non-profit, Community Interest Company. We run a range of acclaimed training, artist development and community programmes alongside our live events, as detailed in our recent

Annual Report

. We are keen to work with people who share our vision of a dynamic community music venue and are driven to deliver excellence.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,040.00-39,520.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay Work from home
Work Location: In person