Club Financial Reporting Officer in Preston - EFL (English Football League)

About The Role

Job Title: Club Financial Reporting Officer

Contract Type: Permanent

Workplace: EFL House, Preston (Hybrid)

Hours: Full Time, 35

Salary: Competitive dependant on qualifications

Reporting to: Club Financial Reporting Manager

Closing Date: 3rd February

JOB PURPOSE

Reporting to the Club Financial Reporting Manager, the Club Financial Reporting Officer will be responsible for assisting the Club Financial Reporting Manager in the financial monitoring of all Clubs in line with EFL Regulations whilst carrying out key financial data analysis and benchmarking to support the Executive Leadership Team and EFL Board of Directors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Data collation and management of Club statutory accounts and financial forecasts made as part of regulatory submissions
Supporting the preparation of benchmarking reports and financial analysis for the Executive Leadership Team, EFL Board and Member Clubs
Assisting with reviews of regulatory submissions made under Profit & Sustainability (P&S) rules for Championship Clubs and Salary Cost Management Protocol (SCMP) for League One and Two Clubs
Assisting with the review and monitoring of financial forecasts, submitted by Clubs under Regulation 16
Performing Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP) expenditure testing and reporting findings to the Youth Development (YD) department
Supporting the financial review of Club acquisitions of control including the appraisal of future financial information
To maintain a professional, business-like approach when representing the EFL with both internal and external stakeholders ensuring the reputation of the EFL is maintained and enhanced at all times
To maintain and develop the knowledge and skills relevant for the position of Club Financial Reporting Officer and working within the Football finance Industry
To play a part in creating and maintaining an inclusive environment, through having a general awareness around and respect for internal EFL work around Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

About The Candidate

KNOWLEDGE & UNDERSTANDING

Currently studying AAT or has received a University degree in Finance/Accountancy (or relevant, equivalent subject)
An understanding of the football financial regulatory industry
Able to build and sustain good working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
Able to work with and protect confidential and sensitive information

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Knowledgeable and competent in the usage of all Microsoft Packages, with an advanced capability within Microsoft Excel
Evidence of previous work in analysing numerical data, to produce summary reporting
Skill in administration including the drafting and review of financial statements

ATTRIBUTES

High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail
Strong communication including written, verbal and interpersonal skills
Naturally enthusiastic and positive team player
Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels internally and externally
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Lead by example by contributing to promoting the principles of the EFL

About The Club

CLUB FINANCIAL REPORTING UNIT (CFRU)

The Club Financial Reporting Unit reviews the financial regulatory submissions of the 72 EFL Clubs and assesses each Club's compliance against the relevant rules.

Any regulatory action the CFRU takes is referred to the Club Financial Review Panel, an external, multi-disciplinary body set up to provide the necessary independence and expertise to adjudicate on matters raised or contested.

The Unit is led by the Director of Club Financial Reporting who is responsible for making recommendations concerning any regulatory action. The Director is supported in their assessment by the Senior Club Financial Reporting Manager and Senior Club Financial Governance Manager.

OUR TEAM AT THE EFL

Formed in 1888, the English Football League (EFL) is the world’s original and oldest league football competition. With 72 Member Clubs, it is the largest single body of professional Clubs in European football and is responsible for administering and regulating the Sky Bet EFL, Carabao Cup, Bristol Street Motors Trophy and youth and reserve football.

A vital part of sporting life, both in the UK and across the globe, the EFL operates some of the world’s most competitive, popular and successful football competitions, acting as part of the fabric of life for millions of fans.

One of the highest attended league bodies in Europe, EFL Clubs are truly embedded in the hearts of their 72 local communities, spanning the breadth and depth of England and Wales. Away from the matchday, Clubs and Club Community Organisations interact seven days a week, 365 days a year, making a positive contribution to the communities in which they serve.

The EFL offers a unique opportunity to work with some of the biggest sporting competitions, clubs, commercial partnerships and media in the market.

We look for the best people who approach their work with energy, excellence and commitment.

Our employees are crucial to our success and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are fundamental elements of building our team. Each of us has an array of qualifications, skills and life experiences.

If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this in your application.

The EFL reserves the right to close this advert early should a sufficient amount of quality applicants be received.

Apply

Club Financial Reporting Officer

Other jobs like this