Finance Manager - Stadium

Job Description

Add expected salary to your profile for insights The AFL is Australia's premier sporting organisation supporting two constantly evolving national competitions, AFL and AFLW. Our purpose is to progress the game, so everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities. We have a strong workforce presence in most States and Territories of Australia including Northern Territory, QLD, NSW / ACT, Victoria and Tasmania. As the AFL/ AFLW competitions continue to grow and evolve at both the elite and community levels, we are focused on ensuring we attract and retain great people in both permanent and casual roles at all levels and within all areas of our industry. Importantly, we aim to reflect the communities where our game is played by recruiting locally where possible to strengthen our connection to the ‘grassroots' of our game. We are also fortunate to have hundreds of passionate volunteers within our industry, offering their time and expertise to help grow our game. The AFL's purchase of Marvel Stadium in Docklands, Melbourne, further diversifies our workforce with more than 1000 casual employees to make every moment matter for our fans and customers. ABOUT US As an organisation, the AFL works tirelessly in all states and at all levels to enhance and grow the game - from grassroots to elite. Together, we put on the game, deliver important events, communicate with our fans, run community programs, develop coaches and umpires, collaborate with partners, delight members, support clubs and so much more. While our roles may vary, we are all united by a common goal, to progress the game so that everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities. The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of both the AFL and the communities in which we operate. Our game is for everyone, and we strive to be a workplace for everyone. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. ABOUT THE ROLE The position of Finance Manager - Stadium is responsible for leading financial and commercial reporting and analysis for AFL's Stadium assets and Marketing activity. This role has responsibility for partnering with the Stadia business leads and will oversee all financial operations and provide strategic financial guidance for Marvel Stadium. The role is responsible for managing budgets, financial reporting, cash flow, and forecasting while ensuring compliance with financial regulations and supporting business decision-making. The Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in optimizing financial performance across stadium operations, event returns, and entertainment ventures. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF Key Accountabilities: Develop, manage, and monitor annual budgets, forecasts, and financial models. Conduct financial analysis to evaluate event profitability, venue utilization, and cost efficiencies. Provide strategic insights and recommendations to improve financial performance and revenue growth to both management and the Board. Production of monthly management reporting, including monthly variance analysis, and annual budgets and forecasts in conjunction with the business. Build strong working relationships and establish trust with the business including cost centre Executive and General managers and Heads of departments. Act as the conduit between cost centre managers/Heads of departments and the wider finance team. Provide financial leadership and accounting support to cost centre managers and Heads of departments and present financial reports and insights to senior leadership and stakeholders. Partner with sales, marketing, and operations teams to monitor ticket sales, sponsorships, concessions, membership and merchandise revenue. Analyze pricing strategies for events, ticket tiers, and venue services. Collaborate on contract negotiations for vendors, partners, and event organizers to ensure favorable financial outcomes. Be the finance lead and partner with management to assess and present tenders and/or new business proposals. Support the business with ad-hoc financial modelling and strategic analysis that supports innovation and growth. Partner with key stakeholders to upskill and educate the business on financial processes, and general business acumen. Provide support to the financial reporting team and their processes. Provide governance and regular reporting to the Stadium board. Provide support to the annual audit process. OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBER Core Competencies: Accuracy and reliability of financial performance reporting against approved income, expenditure and cash flow budgets and forecasts. Appreciation for technology and championing change to support good decision making. Ability to prioritise, seek support when appropriate, and manage deadlines. Forward-thinking with strong decision making and problem-solving skills. Experienced in building rapport with people at all levels of the organisation. Commitment to personal growth, team growth and continuous improvement. Mandatory: Tertiary level Accounting qualifications and post-graduate qualifications - e.g. CPA/CA. Minimum 5+ years of experience in an accounting role with team leadership experience. Advanced level of knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel. Desirable: Prior experience or knowledge of sporting administration business and the events/stadia environment. Experience with a cloud-based budgeting and forecasting tool. Prior experience in using Workday Adaptive and Dynamics 365. OUR CULTURE Please visit Applications Close: 4 March 2025 We offer: THE PERKS Play The Day Your Way - a flexible approach to your working life. My Development - lean into the AFL's My Development program consisting of on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learning. Play Well - access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program centered around our belief in a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy workplace. My Benefits - with thanks to our AFL Corporate Partners, access great benefits and discounts. AFL Silver Memberships - permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience of our game with your family and friends! #J-18808-Ljbffr