REPORTS TO: CEO
LOCATION: cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens (NN5 5BG)
REMIT:
This is a role for an energetic, commercially minded, adaptable and engaging CFO who will thrive in an organisation that has a reputation and profile far greater than simply the scale of its financial operations. The ability to lead and develop the financefunction in a hands-on way, while being an important contributor to Board level discussions around broader issues includingstrategy, on and off pitch performance, liquidity and investment are key requirements for this role. An individual who is comfortable being involved in the detail but capable of managing the big picture is essential. The role will involve working closely with all departments across the business and providing sound financial support, challenge, insight and advice across a wide range of financial, commercial and operational matters. The CFO sits on the board of directors and the remit will also include Company Secretary duties, IT and risk management.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure the Company delivers its budgeted financial performance, both P&L and cashflow
- Lead the day-to-day management of the finance function
- Develop financial controls and governance both within the finance function and across the broader business
- Keep the CEO and the Board informed about the financial performance of the business including revenue, profit, cash, assets & liabilities
- Identify risks and opportunities and work with the CEO and heads of departments to put plans in place to maximise opportunities and mitigate risks
- Lead the Budgeting and Strategic Planning process and ensure there is buy-in from all departments and the Board
- Liaise with Premier Rugby in respect of forecasts and validation of central income entitlement
- Ensure the Club is compliant with the Premiership Rugby Salary Cap Regulations
- Manage the company’s cash flow and ensure that appropriate financing arrangements are in place to meet short- and medium-term requirements
- Work with the commercial team to maximise revenue and profit growth and ensure commercial decisions are underpinned by sound financial analysis and insight
- Manage the capital expenditure budget and oversee the finances of major capital and infrastructure projects through project evaluation, negotiation of key terms and cost control
- Fulfil the duties of Company Secretary
- Manage the relationship with the IT provider and ensure the Club has a robust IT solution to meet business needs
- Lead on other club wide initiatives as required
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
Essential Skills:
- Likely to already be a CFO (or in a finance leadership position in a larger organisation)
- Experience of working at a senior leadership level (for example company or divisional board or senior leadership team)
- Experience in the sport or leisure sector would be an advantage but is not essential
- A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with substantial post-qualification experience
APPLICATION:
Eutopia Search are delighted to be the retained partner for Northampton Saints in their search for a Chief Financial Officer. Please contact Rohit Shah at [email protected] or Jonathan King [email protected] for more information. All direct and/or third-party application will be forwarded to Eutopia Search.
