Finance and operations manager

Reports to: CEO

Salary: £32,000 per annum (flat rate)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part time (2 days per week)

Start date: At your earliest availability

Location: The WFTV office is currently based in a shared workspace in Somerset House, London. We operate on a hybrid basis and staff are required to come into the office a minimum of two days a week.

Apply by: Monday 20 April, 10am

Interviews: TBC

We are looking for an experienced Finance and Operations Manager to play a central role in supporting WFTV's financial management, operational efficiency, and organisational growth.

Women in Film & TV (UK) is the leading membership organisation for women working in creative media across the UK and is part of a global network of more than 12,000 women. Our members represent a wide spectrum of roles across the film and television industry.

We deliver a year-round programme of in-person and online events, host a prestigious annual awards ceremony each December, and run the Four Nations Mentoring Scheme for mid-career professionals. Additionally, we collaborate with industry partners on research projects, manage bursary initiatives, and advocate for gender equality within the screen industries.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Finance and Operations Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing budgets, managing robust financial systems and leading on the organisation’s core support functions: Finance, HR and Operations.

Working closely with the CEO and Director of Events, Awards and Partnerships, you will drive robust financial processes, lead on recruitment, and oversee key operational functions. This is a varied and high-impact role suited to a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Management

• Create and manage organisational and team-level budgets, providing direct support to individual budget holders.
• Oversee cost reporting, reconciliation of individual budgets, and monthly end coding.
• Prepare figures and forecasts for the annual budget cycle.
• Lead annual audit processes.
• Oversee all invoicing and payments, ensuring timely processing and accurate records.
• Liaise with the bookkeeper and provide necessary information to support monthly payroll.

Strategic & Funding

• Support senior leadership with strategic planning and resource management.
• Collaborate on the development and implementation of funding strategies.
• Prospect for corporate memberships and manage renewal tracking.

Contracts & Compliance

• Issue and manage contracts to sponsors and stakeholders.
• Issue and manage staff contracts for permanent employees and freelancers.
• Oversee organisation policies, including GDPR policy, implementation, and ongoing compliance.

Human Resources & Recruitment

• Lead on recruitment processes including writing job advertisements, arranging interviews, and assisting with shortlisting and selection.
• Create job descriptions for new and existing roles.
• Manage the holiday tracking spreadsheet for all staff.
• Onboard new staff members, ensuring a smooth and structured induction experience.

Operations Management

• Prepare financial and operational documents for Finance Meetings and Board Meetings.
• Support the implementation and management of the organisation’s digital infrastructure, including the CRM system, in collaboration with key team members.
• Support awards and events operations as required.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in finance and operations.
• Strong strategic thinking with hands-on delivery capabilities.
• Highly organised, with robust attention to detail.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across teams and with external partners.
• A clear passion for gender equality and WFTV’s mission.
• Excellence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint) and financial management systems (Xero, Soldo or similar).

Desirable

• Experience within a membership organisation or non-profit.
• Familiarity with the film, television, or wider cultural sectors.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter (maximum two pages) outlining why you are a strong fit for this role to the email address found via the Apply button by 10:00am on Monday 20 April.

Email subject line: WFTV Finance and Operations Manager

We ask all applicants to complete an anonymous Equality and Diversity Form to support our commitment to inclusion. Your responses will remain confidential and are not linked to your application.

Please complete the Equality and Diversity Form here.

WFTV operates a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who meet the essential criteria and declare a disability in their cover letter. Please let us know if you require any support or adjustments for the interview process.

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