Trustee; Finance Lead

Taunton Theatre Association Ltd, the charity operator of Taunton Brewhouse offers a broad programme of entertainment and cultural activities in Somerset's County Town. Having grown substantially over the past 12 years, we have negotiated a 50-year lease and so moving into a new era of development. This includes the 50th anniversary of the founding of the theatre which takes place in 2027.

Our current Finance Director retires shortly, and we seek a new trustee/director to take forward this key area as we embrace new opportunities and responsibilities.

As trustee responsible for Finance, you will have specific responsibilities for:

• providing financial guidance to the Board on matters put before it
• chairing quarterly meetings of the F&GP Committee
• oversight of financial management through monthly meetings with senior finance team
• liaising with professional advisers as necessary.

You will share with other Trustees the regular responsibilities for all:

• agreestrategy & goals for the charity and Taunton Brewhouse
• appoint andset salaries for senior management
• give oversight and support to management
• ensure due diligence in regulatory matters including safe-guarding
• pay attention to financial management
• ensure a robust approach to the management of risk.

Apart from the time commitments indicated for Finance, the Board meets quarterly on Monday evenings with other meetings as necessary (sometimes on-line). There is an annual 'away-day' for trustees and the AGM which takes place in November.