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Deputy Finance Director

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85000.00 GBP / Year
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An opportunity to help shape the future of the world’s leading museum of art, design and performance. The V&A is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and inspiring Deputy Finance Director to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the museum’s financial resilience and supporting its mission to champion creativity in all its forms. As part of the V&A family of museums, the role offers the chance to contribute to an organisation with a global reputation, a national collection of over 2.8 million objects, and a 5,000-year-old story of creativity told through exhibitions, education programmes, research, and digital experiences.

Job Responsibility:

  • Reporting to the Director of Finance and Resources
  • Provide leadership to the Finance and Procurement teams
  • Deliver high-quality financial management, business partnering, statutory reporting, and compliance across a complex, multi-site organisation
  • Develop and deliver a multi-year strategic financial model to strengthen resilience and support commercial growth
  • Lead the annual business planning cycle and align financial plans to strategic objectives
  • Enhance financial systems, reporting, and processes to improve decision-making and efficiency
  • Champion strong financial controls, risk management, and compliance
  • Oversee statutory accounts, external reporting, and technical advice on VAT, Gift Aid, and other tax matters
  • Act as a trusted adviser to senior leaders, the Board, and external stakeholders

Requirements:

  • Qualified CCAB accountant (or equivalent)
  • Experience leading finance teams in large, complex organisations
  • Strong track record in statutory accounts, budgeting, and forecasting
  • Technical expertise in accounting and charity taxation
  • Ability to present complex financial information clearly to varied audiences
  • Collaborative leadership style with commitment to developing high-performing teams
  • Alignment with the V&A’s values: Sustainability, Equity, Creativity, Collaboration, and Generosity
What we offer:
  • 29 days’ holiday plus public holidays
  • 10% employer pension contribution (post-probation)
  • Life assurance (4x salary)
  • Enhanced family-friendly policies
  • Interest-free loans (travelcard, bike, rental deposit)
  • Free entry to major museums and exhibitions
  • Discounts in V&A shops and cafés
  • Employee Assistance Programme and staff social events

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 05, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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