Burton

Job Summary

The Finance Officer is responsible for the efficient day-to-day financial administration of The Burton at Bideford, ensuring accurate financial records, effective financial controls and high-quality financial processing across both the charity and its trading subsidiary.

We are The Burton at Bideford, an art gallery and museum based in North Devon, situated in the historic town of Bideford where craft, agriculture and maritime heritage meet at the water's edge.

As a proud Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation, The Burton is at a pivotal moment with new leadership and ambition for the next stage of our story. As we celebrate our 75th birthday in 2026, we are excited to build on the reputation of our existing work with a focus on our civic role, our collections and our future generations.

Behind every exhibition, workshop and visitor experience is a well‑run organisation. We're looking for a Finance Officer who will help ensure The Burton has the strong financial systems and day‑to‑day support that allow our creative work to flourish.

• Significant experience in finance administration, bookkeeping or management accounting.
• Experience managing purchase and sales ledgers, administering payroll and preparing VAT returns.
• Confidence using cloud‑based accounting software (Xero desirable) and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• An understanding of working with integrated systems and experience resolving mapping issues across services (i.e. between Shopify, Xero and bank accounts).
• Experience of confidential record keeping, HR administration and GDPR compliance.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Experience working within a charity, arts, museum or cultural venue with a trading subsidiary structure.
• An understanding of charity finance.

• A collaborative and supportive team member.
• Well organised with a proactive approach to problem‑solving. Able to work independently and use initiative.
• Calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines.
• Committed to continuous learning and improvement.

The Burton at Bideford is an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer who understands the benefits of diversity so that everyone – irrespective of individual identities, background, or any personal characteristics – receives fair and equal treatment in a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment.