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Regional Financial Controller - UK

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London, Greater London, England
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London, Greater London, England
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Leads UK financial accounting operations, including monthly reporting, statutory accounts, P&L and balance sheet reviews, VAT returns, cash flow forecasting, audit coordination, and SOX compliance. Partners with FP&A and external reporting teams on variance analysis and US GAAP reporting. Manages and develops the UK finance team while improving accounting processes, automation, reporting standardization, and adoption of Workday Financials.
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By bringing together next-gen technology and the finest live data available, Genius Sports is enabling a new era of sports for fans worldwide, delivering experiences that are more immersive, interactive and personalised than ever before. Learn more at geniussports.com  

THE ROLE:

We are seeking an experienced individual for the role of Regional Financial Controller - UK. This is a challenging and demanding leadership role with responsibility for timely and accurate monthly reporting, and filing of statutory accounts for UK companies within the Genius Sports Group.

  • Reports directly to the Head of Management Reporting
  • Leadership and development of UK financial accounting team
  • Production of statutory reporting (for UK based subsidiaries)
  • Responsible for cost reporting and relevant analysis on monthly basis
  • Working with FP&A team understanding variances to budget and forecasts
  • Review of Monthly P&Ls, Balance sheets and supporting information
  • Review and certification of monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations
  • Improvements in Finance Processes and automation where possible
  • Working with Internal Audit to ensure SOX compliance
  • Supporting External Reporting team in US GAAP reporting
  • Ensuring accounting is in line with required GAAP and Group policy
  • Working closely with External auditors with view to simplifying annual audits
  • Responsible for UK VAT reconciliation and preparation of VAT returns
  • Development of team Workday Financials skills / reduction in reliance on Excel
  • Short term cashflow forecasting
  • Other Ad hoc work as initiated or required

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

  • Professional accounting qualification is essential
  • Outstanding team development and leadership qualities
  • Experience of both revenue and cost analysis
  • Experience of cashflow management
  • Business partnering
  • Building strong working relationships outside and inside of Finance
  • Desire to learn and utilise Workday Financials to the full
  • Reporting standardisation
  • Commercial focus
  • Resilience and a drive for results
  • Commitment to collaboration and communication
  • Decision making based on business outcomes
  • Setting the standard for excellence
  • Detailed, organised and flexible
  • Excellent technical accounting skills

IT WILL BE A BONUS IF YOU KNOW:

  • Workday Financials Certifed

 

We enjoy an ‘office-first’ culture and maximize opportunities to collaborate, connect and learn together. Our hybrid working models differ depending on your role and location. 

As well as a competitive salary and range of benefits, we’re committed to supporting employee wellbeing and helping you grow your skills, experience and career. Learn more about how rewarding life at Genius can be at Reward | Genius Sports. 

One team, being brave, driving change  

We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and the ability to make a difference. Learn more about our values and culture at Culture | Genius

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