Club Financial Reporting Manager

Barnsley Football Club; Penwortham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent football club in England is seeking a Club Financial Reporting Manager to oversee compliance with financial regulations and support Clubs in financial reporting. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong analytical skills, capable of managing multiple projects and providing detailed financial analysis. The role involves reviewing financial submissions, approving player registrations, and preparing reports for senior stakeholders, making it a key role in the Club's financial governance.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to review and query assumptions in others' work.
• Experience in handling confidential and sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Review Club submissions for financial regulations compliance.
• Approve Player Registrations during transfer windows.
• Prepare financial data analysis and benchmarking reports.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Confidential information handling

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Club Financial Reporting Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Workplace: EFL House, Preston

Reporting to: Senior Club Financial Reporting Manager

Working Pattern: M-F, 35 hours

"The EFL is about two things - great football competitions and supporting communities 365 days a year".

The EFL is looking for a qualified chartered accountant to work as a Club Financial Reporting Manager within the EFL's Club Financial Reporting Unit. The role will be responsible for the detailed review of submissions provided by Clubs under the 'Financial Regulations' as defined by the EFL.

More information is available in the downloadable Candidate Brief that is attached to this advert.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Senior Club Financial Reporting Manager, this role is one of two manager roles responsible for the detailed review of submissions provided by Clubs under the 'Financial Regulations' as defined by the EFL. The Club Financial Reporting Managers are the regular point of contact for the people responsible for Finance at Clubs.

Within the role, there will be a primary focus on the Championship P&S rules and League One and League Two SCMP rules as well as financial records requirements of EFL Regulation 16.

The role may also involve supporting any investigative work or regulatory action being taken in relation to Clubs.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Regulations
  • Detailed review of Club submissions under the 'Financial Regulations', including Championship Clubs' Profitability and Sustainability Rules (or any replacement); League One and League Two Clubs' Salary Cost Management Protocol Guidelines and live monitoring of player registrations; all EFL Clubs under EFL Regulation 16 - Club Financial Records and EFL Regulation 17 - HMRC Reporting.
  • Perform real time reviews for approving Player Registrations during Summer and Winter Transfer Windows, ensuring compliance.
  • Prepare responses to Club queries regarding reporting requirements and the CFRU's current interpretation of the Rules.
  • Design and update regulatory submission templates to suit the needs of the Clubs and testing processes.
• Acquisitions of Control
  • Assist with detailed financial review of Club changes of control, including appraisal of proposed business plans.
  • Coordinate with the EFL Governance team to understand proposed acquisition structures and impacts on financial forecasts.
• Investigations and Regulatory Action
  • Support the Director and Senior Manager on investigations or regulatory action concerning Clubs.
  • Involvement may include placing Clubs under registration embargoes, monitoring business plans, or reviewing information from formal requests.
• Internal Analysis
  • Prepare financial data analysis and benchmarking reports for the Executive Leadership Team, Club Financial Review Panel, Member Clubs, and other external stakeholders.
• Ongoing Responsibilities
  • Maintain a professional, business like approach when representing the EFL, ensuring the reputation is preserved and enhanced.
  • Ensure documentation is accurate and clear for legal proceedings.
  • Prioritise safeguarding to promote a safe environment for the organisation, Clubs, charities, and partners.
  • Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion as part of the organisational culture.

About the Candidate

• Knowledge & Understanding
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Proven ability to review and query assumptions in others' work, including junior team members.
  • Acute understanding of handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Technical Skills
  • Qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA) with competency in audit or equivalent.
  • Technical knowledge in reviewing financial statements and detailed forecasts.
  • Advanced competency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
  • Excellent attention to detail and thorough documentation.
• Attributes
  • Commitment to self development and a growth mindset.
  • Strong written and oral communication, adaptable to audience.
  • Proven ability to meet varied deadlines throughout the season.
  • Capability to build and sustain good relationships internally and externally.
  • Lead by example by promoting the EFL principles:
  • Everybody Working Together - One team supporting each other.
  • Fairness & Equality - Consistent and inclusive for everyone.
  • Listening & Learning - Communicating with trust and honesty, fostering growth.

About the Club

The English Football League (EFL) is the highest attended football league and largest single body of professional clubs in Europe.

It administers and regulates the Sky Bet EFL, Sky Bet Play Offs, Carabao Cup and Vertu Trophy competitions, plus youth and reserve team football.

It operates some of the world's most competitive, popular and successful football competitions and remains a vital part of sporting life in the UK and globally.

EFL Clubs are embedded in their local communities, spanning England and Wales. Away from match day, Clubs and Football Club charities interact daily, making a positive contribution to the community.

Club Financial Reporting Unit

The Unit reviews EFL Clubs' regulatory submissions and assesses compliance against relevant rules.

Any regulatory action taken by the CFRU is referred to the Club Financial Review Panel, an external multi disciplinary body providing independence for adjudication.

The Unit is led by the Director, supported by the Senior Club Financial Reporting Manager and the EFL Legal Department.

Our Team at the EFL

The EFL offers a unique opportunity to work with major sporting competitions, clubs, commercial partnerships, and media. We seek people who bring energy, excellence and commitment.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are fundamental to our team. Each employee brings a range of qualifications and experiences.

We welcome applications from individuals with special requirements for recruitment or interview processes.

The EFL reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.