Finance Manager

Robert Walters UK; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in global sports is seeking a Finance Manager to support international games. This role involves acting as a key finance partner for various teams, managing profit and loss accounts, and leading financial processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accountancy, particularly in international settings, and will be adept at budgeting and forecasting. Join a dynamic team that values analytical skills and effective communication, and help drive the success of exciting international events.

Qualifications

• 2+ years post-qualification experience, preferably from a Big 4 background.
• Experience in international and multi-currency environments.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of profit and loss accounts for international games across Europe.
• Lead management accounting processes and present forecasts to senior leadership.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial Tracking

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

International Sports League – OverviewA leading global sports organisation is focused on expanding its reach and fan base beyond its home market.

Finance Manager – International Games
Location: London | Sector: Global Sports & Entertainment

The Role

Commercially focused Finance Manager supporting the delivery of international regular season games for a major global sports league.

Acts as the key finance business partner to Events, Operations, and Ticketing teams involved in staging games abroad.

Reports into the Senior Manager, based in London.

Experience & Attributes

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 2+ years post-qualification experience; Big 4 background preferred.

Proven experience within international and multi-currency environments.

Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking expertise.

Clear and confident communicator—comfortable engaging with non-finance stakeholders across multiple functions.

Solutions-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

Highly analytical, well-organised, and detail-driven.

Key Responsibilities

Full ownership of profit and loss accounts for international games across Europe.

Lead management accounting processes, including business planning, long-range forecasts, and quarterly updates—presented to senior leadership.

Finance business partner to cross-functional teams delivering international events.

Review and sign off on key commercial contracts, assessing P&L implications.

Support financial modelling and strategic reviews for potential new market expansion.

Oversee settlements with clubs, stadiums, ticket agents, hotels, and partners.

Assist with invoice and purchase order review processes.

Contribute to quarterly close activities: P&L variance analysis and balance sheet reviews.

Collaborate closely with internal functions including Group Finance, Club Finance, Tax, Internal Audit, and Legal.

Ensure adherence to internal financial controls, policies, and risk management procedures.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Finance Manager

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location: London

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Finance Manager

Industry: Accountancy

Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location: London

FULL_TIME

Job Reference: 93L3P8-562E4CAF

Date posted: 8 May 2025

Consultant: Darius Dosieah

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