Club Financial Reporting Officer

Job Title: Club Financial Reporting Officer Contract Type: Permanent Workplace: EFL House, Preston (Hybrid) Hours: Full Time, 35 Reporting to: Club Financial Reporting Manager Closing Date: 3rd February JOB PURPOSE Reporting to the Club Financial Reporting Manager, the Club Financial Reporting Officer will be responsible for assisting the Club Financial Reporting Manager in the financial monitoring of all Clubs in line with EFL Regulations whilst carrying out key financial data analysis and benchmarking to support the Executive Leadership Team and EFL Board of Directors. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Data collation and management of Club statutory accounts and financial forecasts made as part of regulatory submissions Supporting the preparation of benchmarking reports and financial analysis for the Executive Leadership Team, EFL Board and Member Clubs Assisting with reviews of regulatory submissions made under Profit & Sustainability (P&S) rules for Championship Clubs and Salary Cost Management Protocol (SCMP) for League One and Two Clubs Assisting with the review and monitoring of financial forecasts, submitted by Clubs under Regulation 16 Performing Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP) expenditure testing and reporting findings to the Youth Development (YD) department Supporting the financial review of Club acquisitions of control including the appraisal of future financial information To maintain a professional, business-like approach when representing the EFL with both internal and external stakeholders ensuring the reputation of the EFL is maintained and enhanced at all times To maintain and develop the knowledge and skills relevant for the position of Club Financial Reporting Officer and working within the Football finance Industry To play a part in creating and maintaining an inclusive environment, through having a general awareness around and respect for internal EFL work around Equality, Diversity & Inclusion KNOWLEDGE & UNDERSTANDING Currently studying AAT or has received a University degree in Finance/Accountancy (or relevant, equivalent subject) An understanding of the football financial regulatory industry Able to build and sustain good working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders Able to work with and protect confidential and sensitive information TECHNICAL SKILLS Knowledgeable and competent in the usage of all Microsoft Packages, with an advanced capability within Microsoft Excel Evidence of previous work in analysing numerical data, to produce summary reporting Skill in administration including the drafting and review of financial statements ATTRIBUTES High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail Strong communication including written, verbal and interpersonal skills Naturally enthusiastic and positive team player Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels internally and externally Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Lead by example by contributing to promoting the principles of the EFL

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