Director of Finance

CT United; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Game tickets

Team merchandise

Team events

Job summary

Connecticut United Football Club is seeking an analytical, organized Director of Finance to lead budgeting, forecasting, payroll, and financial administration. This role serves as the internal finance resource, collaborating with executives and department heads to manage budgets, monitor performance, and forecast cash flow.

The position requires a hands-on finance professional with a track record in FP&A, accounting, and financial reporting, capable of building the financial infrastructure in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in finance, FP&A, accounting, or a related field.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to stakeholders.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Club's annual budgeting and forecasting processes, monitor financial performance, and provide leadership with analysis and recommendations.
• Prepare and present regular financial reports, including budget-to-actual analysis and revenue/expense trends.
• Monitor cash flow and departmental spending while ensuring robust financial controls.
• Oversee payroll processing and coordinate with providers and stakeholders for timely salaries and compensation.
• Collaborate with departments to analyze revenue, expenses, and performance of key initiatives.
• Serve as primary internal finance contact for external accounting and tax providers.
• Provide financial guidance and risk assessment to executives and department leaders.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Financial reporting

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Time management

Stakeholder communication

Attention to detail

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Economics

Related field

Tools

Payroll systems

HRIS

Ticketing systems

CRM

Accounting software

Job description

Position Overview

Connecticut United Football Club is seeking an analytical, organized, and business-minded Director of Finance to lead the Club's internal financial planning, analysis, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, and financial administration.

The Director of Finance will serve as the Club's primary internal finance resource, working closely with executive leadership and department heads to manage budgets, monitor financial performance, develop forecasts, oversee cash flow, and provide actionable financial analysis to support business decisions.

This is a hands-on position that is well suited for a finance professional who enjoys working in a growing, entrepreneurial organization and wants to play an important role in building the financial infrastructure of a professional sports organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Club's annual budgeting and forecasting processes, monitor financial performance, and provide leadership with clear analysis and recommendations.
• Prepare and present regular financial reports, including budget-to-actual analysis, revenue and expense trends, and other key financial metrics.
• Monitor cash flow, financial commitments, and departmental spending while helping ensure the Club maintains appropriate financial controls and processes.
• Oversee the Club's payroll process and coordinate with payroll providers and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely processing of salaries, commissions, bonuses, and other compensation.
• Partner with Ticketing, Corporate Partnerships, Merchandise, Academy, Stadium Operations, and other departments to analyze revenue, expenses, and the financial performance of key business initiatives.
• Serve as the primary internal finance contact for the Club's external accounting and tax providers, reviewing financial information, coordinating requests, and ensuring timely resolution of financial matters.
• Work closely with department leaders and executive management to provide financial guidance, evaluate opportunities, identify risks, and support sound business decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in finance, FP&A, accounting, or a related field.
• Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and financial reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial and employee information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in professional sports, entertainment, events, hospitality, or another multi-revenue business.
• Experience in FP&A or business finance.
• Experience overseeing payroll administration.
• Experience working with outsourced accounting firms or other external financial service providers.
• Experience building budgets, financial models, and management reporting.
• CPA, MBA, or other relevant professional designation is a plus, but not required.
• Familiarity with financial, payroll, HRIS, ticketing, CRM, and other business management systems.

Compensation

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Additional benefits, including game tickets, team merchandise, and participation in team events.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.