Finance Director | London - About Us Tenka owns and operates two businesses, Gemba and Turnstile, and is shaping a better future for sport and entertainment by providing high-quality Strategy, Insights, and Communications.
We work at the crossroads of sport, entertainment, media and digital to help our clients grow their businesses and get more people playing, attending and consuming. From sport governance to major event commercialisation strategy; from football to music; from the athletics track to the mobile app – Gemba and Turnstile work with clients that are at the heart of fans' passions, on their most pressing strategic issues.
About the Role We're seeking an ambitious Finance Director with 4+ years' experience to lead our financial operations in London. In this role, you'll take charge of the strategic financial operations to support senior leadership, including financial planning and reporting. Responsibilities include optimising efficiency through automation, establishing financial controls, supporting ISO and GDPR compliance, integrating new technology, and nurturing a team of finance experts. Collaborating closely with the COO, you'll oversee day-to-day finance and accounting functions across our global businesses.
Key Responsibilities: Act as a strategic partner and commercial finance lead, offering essential support to the CEO, GMD, MD, COO, and senior leadershipDrive financial planning and reporting, providing consistent, precise, and streamlined financial insights to inform strategic decisionsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for automation and streamline data flows, optimising efficiency and effectivenessDevelop and implement solutions to automate financial processes, leveraging APIs and other technologies to enhance operational efficiency and accuracyCollaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including senior management, departments, and external partners, to drive financial transparency, accountability, and alignment with strategic objectives and offering guidance on business plans, negotiations, and pitchesEstablish and enforce financial controls to elevate divisional standards and ensure regulatory complianceUtilise data-driven analysis to support business partners, developing and maintaining financial models to identify trends, performance indicators, opportunities, and risks, providing actionable insightsDrive continuous improvement in current systems and accounting processesMentor and develop a high-performing team of finance professionals, fostering growth and professional developmentOversee weekly and monthly financial reporting, manage cash flow, prepare annual accounts, and fulfil statutory obligations accurately and timelyManage financial budget processes to ensure accurate forecasting and identification of risks and opportunitiesCoordinate with external UK + US accountants for the completion of year-end tax accounts, ensuring compliance and accuracySkills/Experience Required: Accomplished finance leader with a track record of driving top-tier financial reporting and commercial excellenceProven ability to develop sophisticated financial models and manage budgets effectivelyQualified accountant such as ACA, ACCA, ICAEW, or CIMA preferredProficiency in Microsoft packages, especially advanced Excel/PowerBi/API integrationConsulting, advertising, or digital sector experience advantageousHigh financial literacy and ability to present results clearlyEffective management, communication, and relationship-building skillsExceptional interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport with senior stakeholders and drive changeStrong understanding of GDPR and ISO business requirementsAdaptability in fast-paced environmentsCustomer-centric approach with a proactive and collaborative mindsetStrong organisational skills with a positive, flexible attitudeHow to Apply Written applications, including a CV and cover letter, should be addressed to Paula Marovitch, COO, at ******
Note: All candidates require working rights of this country to perform the role and the successful completion of a criminal record check.
We are required to work in the office in London 4 days per week, with 1 day per week remote working from home. Tenka supports flexible working hours and will consider job share for this role.
Tenka is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage people of all different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other protected characteristics or similar.
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