Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£56,375 per annum

About the Role
We are looking for a Financial Accountant to join the National Theatre Finance Team on an 18 month Fixed Term Contract. The Financial Accountant is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the National Theatre's financial records and control environment, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting across the organisation. Reporting to the Assistant Financial Controller, the role leads key aspects of the month-end close process, balance sheet management, statutory compliance, taxation, treasury activities and external reporting requirements. The post holder will act as a technical accounting specialist within the Finance team, providing guidance and support to colleagues whilst driving continuous improvement in financial processes, controls and systems. The Financial Accountant will also manage and develop two direct reports, ensuring high standards of work, effective prioritisation and professional development across the team.

Working with us will give you
Complimentary staff tickets for shows and guided tours, subject to availability and policy
25 days annual leave increasing up to 32 with length of service (plus bank holidays)
Development programmes via e-learning platform and specialist in-person training relating to role
Access to interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme partnership
Enhanced sick pay
Family friendly policies including family leave and support leave
Family-friendly employer – member of Parents and Carers in the Performing Arts (PiPA)
Pension schemes with Legal & General and NEST
Sabbatical option, subject to agreement and policy
On-site staff canteen and social facilities
On-site occupational health support
In-house mental health and wellbeing advisors providing workplace counselling and support
Wellbeing programme of events including mental health awareness, financial wellbeing, skills sharing and opportunities to get active
Exclusive staff talks to hear more about NT productions from leading practitioners
Discounted access to National Theatre at Home
Volunteer leave – one paid day per year to volunteer for your chosen charity
Discounts in the NT’s bars, cafés, restaurants, and bookshop, as well as in local businesses on and around the South Bank
Access to retailer discounted gift cards and a cash-back-on-spending card

Please note
The closing date for applications is Monday 27th July 2026 at 12 noon. Early applications are encouraged as the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Support or additional time for applications can be requested if needed. The National Theatre is committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants who meet minimum requirements are guaranteed an interview. Adjustments or questions about the recruitment process can be addressed by contacting the recruitment team.

Experience
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a working knowledge of current UK GAAP.
Experience of month-end close, balance sheet management and financial controls.
Experience supporting annual audits and working with external auditors.
Experience of VAT and other charity-related technical issues.
Some experience of working in a busy financial accounting team or first time move out of Practice.

About you
Technically strong with the ability to provide guidance and support to colleagues.
Committed to driving continuous improvement in financial processes, controls and systems.
Capable of managing and developing a small team, ensuring high standards, effective prioritisation and professional development.
Enthusiastic and motivated to contribute positively within a dynamic finance team.

Qualifications
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) is essential.