Fri, 04 Jul 2025">published - Fri, 04 Jul 2025

Job Summary

Northern Chamber Orchestra is seeking a part-time Finance and Administration Officer, equivalent 3 days per week to be worked flexibly. Hybrid remote, office and Front of House working.

Job Description

Purpose:

Maintain financial and administrative records to ensure the efficient running of the business and ensure legal compliance.

Responsible to: Chief Executive

Works with: Marketing Officer and Player-Member musicians, Fixer, Concerts Manager, Librarian and Education Co-Ordinator.

Based: We operate largely remotely but meet one day a week based at Withington Baths https://withingtonbaths.com/withington-works/ . with Chief Executive and Marketing Officer. Concert front-of-house support. Working pattern flexibly to be agreed.

Main Duties

• Oversee all book-keeping and financial administration tasks using Xero and online banking
• Reconcile all financial transactions to prepare VAT returns, monthly P&L report, monthly management accounts, bank reconciliation, credit control etc
• Process all payments
• Prepare the annual Orchestral Tax Relief submission completing the official template following HMRC guidance (training will be provided)
• Prepare annual Gift Aid and PRS submissions.
• Prepare annual accounts for review from the company Accountant
• Provide monthly reports to Finance Director
• Ensure all statutory finance requirements are met as charity & limited company such including submissions to HMRC, Companies House and The Charity Commission
• Coordinate office administration including ticket processing, diary management, stocking office supplies and stationery etc.
• Deal with enquiries and manage ticket sales.
• Support Chief Executive with administration of NCO's Patrons' Scheme and Board matters
• Provide Marketing Officer with marketing support such as mailshots, research and season ticket renewals.
• Front-of-house at concerts:bar setup and service; stewarding. 8 Saturdays per year in Macclesfield and the second Friday in December at Tatton Park.
• Coordinate and contribute to meetings, as appropriate, including producing Board papers and produce Board meeting (by Zoom) minutes.
• Undertake other duties as required.

Job Requirements

• Highly organised with strong communication skills. Comfortable dealing with a wide range of people on the phone, in person or via email.
• Experience and/or proficiency in book-keeping or a finance role, using finance software packages. Knowledge of Xero software preferred.
• Ability to prioritise, work to deadlines and cope well with the challenges of working in a busy office environment.
• Enthusiastic team player, able to recognise when to consult with others, and with the ability and confidence to work independently.
• Good numeracy and writing skills, with excellent attention to detail and accurate spelling and grammar.
• High level of computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office packages particularly Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Availability to staff weekend/evening NCO concerts (generally in Macclesfield).
• Reliable home broadband connection.

Job Responsibilities

• Knowledge of working in an arts or charity environment.
• Knowledge of and / or enthusiasm for classical music.
• Possession of a valid, UK driver's license.

The role is for 24 hours per week (equivalent three days) £ 15,688 plus NEST Pension. We aim to be flexible - working pattern to be discussed but this is a hybrid role of part remote/part office based. When working at NCO-promoted concerts TOIL will apply.

The NCO is striving to be an equal opportunities employer.

• Job Title: Finance and Administration Officer (p/t)
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