Chief Financial Officer

Premier League football club require a Chief Financial Officer to join at their London base. The CFO will serve as a pivotal member of the executive leadership team, taking full responsibility for the financial strategy and operations of the club. This is not simply a financial management position, the CFO will be instrumental in shaping strategic decisions, ensuring financial resilience, and supporting transformative projects that define the organisation’s future.

The Role –

• Develop and implement a comprehensive financial strategy aligned with the club’s vision; lead financial planning and analysis to support executive decision-making; ensure robust, efficient, and compliant financial operations across all regulatory requirements
• Direct the financial aspects of major capital projects, including the main stand redevelopment initiative; collaborate with project managers and contractors to monitor expenses meticulously and ensure strict budget adherence; manage financing and funding arrangements to secure necessary investments and ensure financial viability
• Prepare and manage the annual budget in alignment with strategic goals; monitor departmental expenditure rigorously, ensuring all teams operate within allocated budgets; deliver comprehensive financial performance reports to the Executive Chairman and Board
• Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, investors, and regulatory bodies; communicate financial performance and strategic initiatives transparently to senior leadership; work efficiently with auditors to ensure timely and accurate financial audits
• Ensure adherence to all financial regulations including Premier League and UEFA guidelines; identify and mitigate financial risks through robust frameworks; maintain ethical and transparent financial practices; uphold company policies including Health and Safety and Equal Opportunities procedures

The Person –

• Extensive background in senior financial management roles with proven track record in large-scale project management
• Demonstrated experience in the sports, entertainment, or comparable industries preferred but not essential
• Advanced professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
• Expert-level proficiency in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and ERP systems
• Proven expertise managing construction or major redevelopment projects from a financial perspective
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, compliance frameworks, and risk management protocols
• Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical capabilities with strong numerical acumen
• Outstanding leadership abilities with experience mentoring and developing finance professionals
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage contracts with vendors and external partners
• Strong relationship-building capabilities across all organisational levels
• Advanced technical proficiency with financial software, ERP systems, and modern financial tools
• Strategic mindset with focus on driving sustainable, long-term growth

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