Director, Finance - Product Development & Technology

Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Finance Director for its London office, responsible for financial planning, analysis, and decision support within the Interactive Product and Technology division. The role involves collaborating with senior leadership and overseeing investment strategies in a dynamic, global environment. Candidates should have significant experience in corporate finance, particularly in technology-driven sectors, and possess strong interpersonal and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in large, multi-layered corporate finance environments.
• Experience within the technology industry is required.
• Excellent ability to engage senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the COO with financial planning and analysis.
• Facilitate investment decision-making processes.
• Prepare annual budget and monitor financial performance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Communication

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

The Finance Director - Aristocrat Interactive Product Development & Technology (London based) will support the Chief Operating Officer for Aristocrat Interactive and her team of four senior leaders. The role involves partnering with them and the business in decision support, financial planning and analysis, and optimizing the global Aristocrat Interactive Product and Technology spend. Additionally, there will be high interaction with the Interactive commercial leaders on deals, business cases, and other projects.

The role reports to the CFO, Aristocrat Interactive (London based), and participates in a community of practice established by the SVP Finance for Product Development and Technology (US based). It holds a pivotal role within the Interactive FP&A team in London, partnering with both to meet the needs of the D&D function and Interactive's business objectives. The role also collaborates with global Product and Technology teams and their finance partners to support decision-making and optimize the global D&D portfolio spend related to Interactive.

Job Responsibilities

• Partner with the COO Aristocrat Interactive and her technology leadership team, providing data-driven insights and profitability projections linked to capital allocation decisions. Own financial planning and analysis for these teams, and provide creative solutions to prioritize resources and investments for maximum return. Contribute to short-term and strategic decisions, including location strategy and team structure.
• Support investment decision processes for global Aristocrat Interactive D&D spend, including developing business cases aligned with Aristocrat investment frameworks. Embed global standard processes and work cross-functionally to update assumptions and facilitate leadership discussions.
• Prepare the global annual budget, 5-year long-range plan, reforecasts, and monitor spend versus expectations. Collaborate on headcount decisions, tracking, and reporting, especially with P&C, as personnel are the largest investment.
• Work with the extended D&D finance team to design processes for allocating existing spend to specific programs. Understand time allocation through collaboration with Technology leaders and develop simple cost allocations and taxonomy.
• Ensure D&D investments and projects align with Corporate Policy for Capitalization of Intangible R&D and D&D definitions, working with accounting teams for proper planning and booking.
• Produce executive analysis on ROI and monitor spend evolution as teams are integrated into the group.
• Collaborate on contracts related to consultants, software, and hardware with business and Procurement teams.
• Provide thought leadership to challenge and drive decision-making.
• Partner with the Finance reporting center of excellence to streamline and standardize financial reporting for the D&D function.
• Participate in leadership initiatives supporting the Finance culture and transformation.
• This role may support M&A activities and strategic projects related to Product & Technology spend.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in large, multi-layered corporate finance environments, preferably in the technology industry or tech-led companies.
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and influencing skills at all organizational levels.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, global organization.
• Strong stakeholder relationship skills across global locations.
• Proven leadership with effective delegation skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Understanding of the technology industry, trends, and challenges.
• Based in London with flexibility for global collaboration and some travel.

Company Overview

Aristocrat Interactive is a leader in online Real Money Gaming (RMG), formed in 2024 from the merger of Anaxi and NeoGames. It offers content, proprietary platforms, and services across iLottery, iGaming, and Online Sports Betting.

About Aristocrat: A global gaming content creator headquartered in Sydney, with over 8,500 employees, delivering casino, mobile, and online games worldwide. Our mission is to bring joy through the power of play.

Our Values

• All about the Player
• Talent Unleashed
• Collective Brilliance
• Good Business Good Citizen

Additional Information

This role may require registration with gaming authorities and cannot sponsor visas. Candidates must be authorized to work in the London area full-time.