Finance Manager

ABOUT THE CLUB

As the pioneers of the AFL, The Melbourne Football Club holds a special place in history. Our legacy dates back 167 years, when we wrote the rules of the game. We became the inaugural VFA/VFL/AFL Club and still carry the distinction of being the oldest professional sporting club in the world. Our vision of the future has been shaped by the foundations of our past. A foundation which created the Demon Spirit.

At Melbourne, we're proud. Proud of our rich history, proud of our values, with Trust, Respect, Unity, and Excellence at our core. Proud of our people, who live these values each and every day. Proud of our passion, our colours and our spiritual home. We're proud to belong.

ABOUT THE ROLE

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and motivated Finance Manager to join our Operations Department.

The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the Club's financial accounting environment. This is a pivotal leadership role overseeing the finance team and ensuring the integrity of the Club's financial operations, from general ledger management and payroll through to cashflow forecasting, statutory compliance, and year-end reporting.

This is a permeant, full-time position, commencing in February of 2026.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, the key areas of responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing and ensuring the general ledger is maintained in a timely and accurate manner
• Overseeing the payroll function
• Overseeing key football finance requirements, including Total Player Payments forecasts and compliance and Soft Cap forecasts and compliance
• Cost centre management and business partnering for football department, operations
• In conjunction with the Business Performance Manager, preparing Quarterly Reforecast and annual Budget pack for the Board.
• Ensuring the club has accurate 90-day cashflow forecasts, and that any cashflow risks are identified early to ensure mitigation strategies can be executed
• Managing the year end process, including liaising with auditors and managing the preparation of the Annual Report
• Ensuring the club's statutory obligations (e.g. FBT, payroll tax etc) are met
• Completing key AFL compliance obligations
• Lead and oversee the finance team

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

You are a financial professional with a tertiary degree in Commerce, Accounting or a related discipline, with a CPA or CA Accreditation. You are also someone who has 5+ years' experience as a senior financial manager, with a experience in managing a team.

You will bring strong technical expertise across financial accounting, reporting, and compliance, with proven experience using accounting software such as Microsoft Dynamics D365. You are proficient in Excel and PowerPoint, along with sound knowledge of accounting standards, tax legislation, and analytical reporting. Experience with CRM systems will be highly regarded, as will the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate insights effectively.

Beyond technical ability, you are highly organised and a proactive team leader who thrives in a collaborative environment. You will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, the capacity to meet deadlines under pressure, and a commitment to supporting and developing a team. You have a genuine appreciation for AFL and an eagerness to learn about the unique financial landscape of an elite sporting organisation.

PERKS & BENEFITS

This position presents the opportunity to work in a unique environment at one of the world's most iconic sporting stadiums, the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Our people thrive within a club that is committed to a standard of excellence and supported by a culture of wellbeing and balance. As a Melbourne Football Club employee, you will have access to unique perks and benefits including:

• Access to a range of AFL/AFLW special and unique events that the whole family can enjoy.
• A fridge full of healthy and delicious snacks to enjoy and fresh fruit delivered weekly.
• Hybrid work environment with 'Start Monday your Way' with a 10am start to kick off the week, and Work From Home Wednesdays.
• Access for you and family to our Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing commitment to your personal and professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit a cover letter and CV outlining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Friday 28 November 2025. Please note that interviews may commence prior to closure date.

The Melbourne Football Club is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and diverse candidates. If you believe that you have the passion, dedication, and potential to contribute to our organisation but may not meet all the specified selection criteria, we still encourage you to get in touch with us. We recognise that talent comes in many forms and that unique skills and experiences can be valuable assets to our club.

Please note that due to the overwhelming number of applications received by the Club, we are unable to reply to every application.
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People

Melbourne Football Club is committed to and takes seriously its responsibility to provide an environment for children and young people that is caring, nurturing and safe. We expect representatives of the Club, regardless of their role or level of responsibility, to act to safeguard children and young people, and support such an environment.

This role will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check and a Victorian Working with Children Check.