Strategic Financial Operations Manager

16 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia AFL Australia Full time

About Us

The Australian Football League (AFL) is a leading sports organization dedicated to promoting and growing the game of Australian Rules football. Our vision is to enhance and expand the sport, from grassroots to elite levels, and to create a positive impact on communities across Australia.

At AFL Australia, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment that fosters diversity, equity, and excellence. We believe in investing in our people and helping them develop their skills and careers.

About the Role

The Strategic Financial Operations Manager will play a critical role in driving financial performance and providing expert financial advice across the organization. This position will serve as a key link between the finance department and business units, offering insights to support strategic decision-making, budgeting, forecasting, and aligning financial goals with the company's objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leadership & Strategy
    • Lead a team of Finance Business Partners to deliver comprehensive financial support to all business units.
    • Partner closely with senior leaders and executives to provide strategic financial insights, enabling sound decision-making.
    • Develop and implement financial strategies that align with business objectives, ensuring growth, profitability, and sustainability.
    • Support the GM Finance and Financial Planning and Analysis Manager in managing overall financial health of the AFL business units, identifying risks, and leveraging opportunities.
  • Forecasting and Budgeting
    • Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting across the AFL business units, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic goals.
    • Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide recommendations for improving profitability and operational efficiency.
    • Work closely with the FPA Manager to provide relevant commentary and analysis of risks and opportunities through the Budget and forecasting process.
    • Lead the preparation of monthly BU financial reports, including variance analysis, and present insights to stakeholders.
  • Business Partnership & Advisory
    • Act as a trusted advisor to business unit leaders, providing financial analysis, guidance, and support to drive business performance.
    • Translate complex financial data into actionable insights, helping business units understand their financial performance and key drivers.
    • Develop and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of financial goals with business needs.
  • Process Improvement & Financial Controls
    • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across financial processes, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance, working closely with the finance Systems team, financial control team and Procurement to ensure seamless finance business process.
    • Implement and maintain robust financial controls and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
    • Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and insights.
  • Team Development & Mentorship
    • Foster a culture of high performance and continuous learning within the Finance Business Partner team.
    • Mentor and develop team members, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge needed to support business goals.
    • Promote collaboration and knowledge-sharing across the finance team and the broader organization.

Our Ideal Team Member

We are seeking an experienced Strategic Financial Operations Manager who possesses excellent leadership and communication skills, with a strong track record in financial planning, budgeting, and analysis. The ideal candidate will be able to translate complex financial data into actionable insights and provide expert financial advice to drive business performance.

Salary Estimate: AU$140,000 - AU$180,000 per annum, depending on experience.

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