Head of Finance & Operations

Salary: £65,000-£75,000 depending on experience. Hours: Full-time employment.

Head of Finance & Operations

The post-holder will be a member of the Senior Management Team, reporting to the Chief Executive, and working with the Head of Concerts and Programming, Head of Development, Head of Human Resources, Head of Marketing and Head of Participate.

Main Function

To be responsible for the analysis, development, management and review of all financial strategies, systems and reporting, and for other matters of resource and business management as agreed with the Chief Executive.

To ensure the development and timely presentation of accurate, detailed management information and to ensure the successful delivery of the Company's financial strategy.

The BSO Finance Team

Behind every performance, rehearsal, and tour, the Finance Team helps make the music possible. We are an essential part of the orchestra, ensuring that everything runs smoothly so our musicians and creative teams can focus on what they do best - bringing extraordinary music to life.

From supporting concert seasons and community work to managing corporate funding, grants, and donor income, the team plays a key role in turning artistic ambition into reality. We work closely with colleagues across the organisation, helping to shape projects that are both creatively inspiring and financially sustainable.

As a charity, we rely on the careful stewardship of our resources, and the Finance Team ensures every pound is used thoughtfully and transparently. Whether it's paying the Orchestra, the Head Office staff or freelance musicians, planning budgets for new productions, or reporting to our supporters and funders, our work underpins everything we achieve.