• Location: Adelaide
• Contract Terms: Full time, ongoing (a possibility of 0.8FTE for a suitable candidate, and some flexibility with working arrangements by negotiation)
• Reports to: Executive Directors
• Salary range: $90,000 – $100,000 per annum + superannuation

Are you a finance and/or accounting professional looking for an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children, young people and families? At Windmill Production Company, we are on the hunt for a Business Manager to join our dynamic team.

WINDMILL PRODUCTION COMPANY

Based in Adelaide, South Australia, Windmill Production Company creates live theatre, film and television for children, teens and families.

Windmill Production Company operates as two separate entities, Windmill Theatre Company and Windmill Pictures, each led by Artistic and Executive Directorship duos alongside a dedicated staff and team of artistic collaborators.

WINDMILL THEATRE CO

Windmill Theatre Company creates unique and contemporary live theatre. The company presents its repertoire in Adelaide and tours regionally, nationally and internationally.

WINDMILL PICTURES PTY LTD

Windmill Pictures develops and produces film, television and other screen projects including adaptations from Windmill’s live theatre repertoire.

OUR MISSION

At Windmill, we believe in the power of the arts to transform lives. Across our arts, education and access programs, we are committed to serving disadvantaged, marginalised, and vulnerable individuals, particularly children and young people, through our various initiatives. In addition to creating unique arts experiences for children, we play a critical role in developing pathways and employment for emerging and established artists including those from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Outside of our productions, we offer an extensive Education Program, including a range of digital platforms, in-school workshops and resources for teachers. Our Free Seats Program provides up to 15% of tickets free of charge to students from schools that are classified as disadvantaged under the South Australian Government Index. To date, over 50,000 young people have benefited from this initiative.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Business Manager to oversee business administration and financial management of Windmill Production Company incorporating both Windmill Theatre Company and Windmill Pictures Pty Ltd.

The Business Manager, with assistance from the Admin and Finance Officer, will be responsible for the preparation and maintenance of annual budgets, cash flow forecasting, payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable, assisting with compiling business and strategic plans and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The Business Manager is also responsible for the oversight and management of intercompany transactions between Windmill Theatre and Windmill Pictures.

In this pivotal role, the Business Manager provides expert guidance to our Executive Leadership group and Producing, Production and Marketing teams on financial, operational, and strategic matters. The Business Manager also attends board meetings and engages with the Chair, Finance, Audit, and Risk Committee, as well as the Board, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and best practices.

A detailed position description is available here.