Finance Manager

Employment Status: Flexible, up to 37 hours per week, initial 12 month fixed term
Closing date: There is no closing date. Applications will be reviewed daily and interviews offered for suitable candidates.

Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery in Carlisle (trading as “Tullie”) is being transformed via a series of major projects into a modern, dynamic new cultural experience aimed at showcasing more of the museum’s historic collections, providing more community engagement opportunities and attracting more visitors. Phase 2 of ‘Project Tullie’ opened to great critical acclaim in April 2025 and we are now delivering Phase 3.

We are looking to recruit a Finance Manager who will perform a pivotal role in supporting the Senior Leadership Team in developing and delivering the Trust’s finances. You will be expected to manage the day-to-day functions of the charity to ensure financial compliance and overseeing items such as VAT, payroll and cash handling are carried out to the highest possible standards with meticulous record keeping.

You will also be expected to help with business planning, horizon scanning, troubleshooting, supporting the capital programme and advising the Director on key aspects of financial performance.

The postholder will be required to provide highly efficient and accurate information and advice, manage staff, assist with report writing, and work with colleagues to develop and manage policies and standards.

We are looking for an outstanding financial manager with excellent accountancy skills, who is conscientious and possesses great attention to detail. You will be a proactive with a strong belief in your ability to make a positive impact, and a firm commitment to team working. If you respond well to challenges, like variety, can you work under pressure at a fast pace, we would love to hear from you.

If you are inspired by the role and would like to apply for the position, please visit Jobs | Tullie and send your CV and a covering statement (of no more than 500 words), detailing any relevant skills and experience, and what interests you about this role on

Interviews will be offered to suitable candidates when their application is received.

If you have any further questions, please contact HR on  or Andrew Mackay, Director on