Olympias Music Foundation
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Job Summary
Job Description
The Finance Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day financial administration of the charity, supporting the senior team with accurate financial information and helping to ensure that financial controls and processes are maintained. The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently, managing competing priorities and maintaining a high level of accuracy.
You will be supported by external accountants Slade and Cooper, who assist with preparing our annual statutory accounts, independent examination and processing payroll; an external financial consultant; and a trustee with relevant finance experience.
Although some on-site working is required (1 day per week from our co-working space at Manchester Museum) the role is hybrid and flexible, and we are happy to accommodate preferred working patterns for the right candidate.
The successful candidate will be joining a small but mighty team of six, and work on the frontline of Olympias to bring music to communities and to manifest positive lasting change in the music sector in Manchester.
Benefits include:
28 days holiday entitlement per annum (pro rata) in addition to Bank Holidays
Flexible working
Co-working space in Manchester Museum
Free weekly Small Group PT at FORM gym during term-time
Well-being support
To apply, please send your CV, supporting statement and required forms to [email protected] by 5pm on 30 October 2026. Full details are in the candidate pack – https://www.olympiasmusic.com/vacancies
Job Requirements
We are looking for someone who has:
– A minimum of 2 years experience working in a similar finance role and/or an IAB or AAT qualification.
– Experience preparing management accounts or financial reports.
– Experience using accounting software (e.g., Quickbooks).
– Experience supporting audits or independent examinations.
– Strong attention to detail and a high level of numerical accuracy.
– Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
– The ability to manage deadlines and prioritise competing demands.
– Good written and verbal communication skills.
– The ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
– An interest in, and commitment to, the charitable and community work of Olympias Music Foundation.
It would be advantageous to have:
– Experience working in a charity or not-for-profit organisation.
– Knowledge of charity finance, including SORP requirements
– A friendly manner and a sense of humour.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Finance Officer
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Salary: £30k-£40k
(pro-rata) - Hours:
Part time - Artform: Charity
- Role: Finance
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Fri, 30 Oct 2026
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Location:
North West
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