Club Financial Reporting Manager

English Football League (EFL); Preston; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent sports governing body based in Preston is seeking a qualified Club Financial Reporting Manager. This role focuses on reviewing financial submissions from Clubs according to established regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chartered accountancy and experience with financial regulations. As one of two financial reporting managers, this position involves direct contact with finance teams at Clubs and requires a deep understanding of relevant rules and regulations.

Qualifications

• Qualified chartered accountant required.
• Experience with financial regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review submissions provided by Clubs under the Financial Regulations.
• Serve as the point of contact for finance personnel at Clubs.
• Focus on Championship P&SL rules and League One/Two SCMP rules.

Education

Chartered Accountancy

Job description

Post Title: 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&SL rules and League One and League Two SCMP rules as well as financial records requirements of EFL Regulation 16.

They may also be involved with supporting any investigative work or regulatory action being taken in relation to Clubs.