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ATHLETICS is the Nation’s number one Olympic and Paralympic sport and one of the world’s few truly global sports, with 200 countries participating at the last World Athletics Championships alone. UK Athletics (“UKA”) is the National Governing Body for Athletics in the UK. UKA’s four primary roles are: governance of the sport, staging world class events, securing commercial income to fund the sport and developing athletes and coaches to achieve success on the world stage. UK Athletics has worked closely with the Home Country Athletic Federations (“HCAFs”) to finalise and agree a new vision for athletics in the UK. This fresh, ambitious, unified vision for the sport covers all areas of activity, including mass participation, athlete pathways, coaching, elite performance, major events and commercial income, whilst putting schools, clubs, coaches and volunteers at its heart. UKA is now seeking a new Chief Financial Officer to help lead the organisation through the next stage of evolution and development. The Role As Chief Financial Officer, you will report to the Chief Executive Officer of UKA and be based at the UK Athletics Head Office at Alexander Stadium in Birmingham. Purpose • To provide the leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that the company has effective: operational controls and systems; administrative and reporting procedures; and staffing in place to effectively achieve the organisation’s strategies, objectives and to ensure financial strength and operating efficiency. • To be a key member of the UK Athletics (UKA) Board, Senior Leadership Team and deputise for the CEO when required, both internally and externally. • Overseeing financial operations of the company and business partnering the executives across all areas with particular responsibility for the following functions: Finance & Governance; IT; Facilities, and Health & Safety. • Ensure operational policies and procedures promote the company values and culture. Key Responsibilities • Provide day-to-day leadership and management that mirror the strategy mission and core values of the company. • Lead in strategic planning and the corporate governance of UKA. • Contribute to the company’s strategy to achieve and surpass business goals and objectives for sales, profitability and cash flow. • Lead UKA’s compliance with the Code for Sports Governance and UK Sport requirements as they arise. • Responsible for the measurement and effectiveness of all operational business processes, including in-house operational software systems. • Provide timely, accurate and complete reports on the operating condition of the company to the Board, Board Committees and UK Members Council and key stakeholders/partners. • Support the development, communication and implementation of effective growth strategies and processes. • Support UKA’s commercial programme through direct contact with major clients and partners as and when required. • Foster a success-oriented, accountable environment within the company. • Research, identify and implement new initiatives within the operational departments to increase income and cash flow for UK Athletics. • Foster good relations and represent UK Athletics with key stakeholders. • Maintain a working knowledge of required policies and official regulations governing all aspects of the company operations. • Lead and successfully implement business operational change management programmes required to achieve the organisation’s strategies. • Motivate and lead the finance function and direct reports; attract, recruit and retain required members of the team. • Liaise with external organisations providing accurate reporting to fulfil the terms of funding from UK Sport, Sport England, and other bodies which award funding to UKA. • To manage relationships with major grant funders. • To participate in the commercial development of new revenue streams as part of the long-term business planning process. Knowledge & Skills • A proven Chief Financial Officer/Finance Director in relevant complex organisations, demonstrating the following: o Successful track record of implementing organisational change to achieve business strategies; o Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with a dynamic senior executive team and external key partners; o Possess personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to corporate mission; o Flexible and able to multitask: can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions; demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and business operational systems; o Evidence of ability to consistently make good commercial business decisions through a combination of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; o The ability to balance the delivery of programmes against the realities of budgets; o Problem solving, project management and creative resourcefulness. • In terms of other required areas : o Excellent oral and written communication skills, and capable of expressing complex issues in a style that is clear, concise and accurate, with a keen eye for detail; o Clear thinker with resilience and an ability to act strategically as well as, where required, manage closely to ensure operational excellence; o Dedicated with the energy and enthusiasm to motivate others; o Experienced in working under pressure to strict deadlines; o An understanding of the functions of a not for profit or sport’s governing body would be an advantage but is not a requirement; o Detailed knowledge of the financial and regulatory context for companies in the UK; o IT literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft GP and other reporting tools; o Politically savvy and skilled at stakeholder management. • Education / Qualifications: o Professional accounting qualification: ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent; o Degree level education or equivalent. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion As the largest Olympic and Paralympic Sport, equality, diversity and inclusion is core to UKA’s world-wide appeal, one they are proud to champion at every opportunity. UKA embraces equality, diversity and inclusion both on and off the field of play where everyone can bring their whole selves to the organisation and we encourage job applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, belief or sexual orientation. UKA is a Disability Confident Leader and will guarantee an interview to any candidate with disability who meets the minimum job criteria. How to apply If interested in this opportunity please apply in writing to our retained consultancy at . Please note that due to the high volume of applications received, SF are only able to respond to successful candidates.  

ASM Global ASM Global is the world’s leading venue management and services company.  The company was formed by the combination of AEG Facilities and SMG, global leaders in venue, event strategy, and management.  The company’s elite venue network spans five continents, with a portfolio of more than 300 of the world’s most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention and exhibition centers, and performing arts venues.  From Aberdeen to Anchorage, and Sydney to Stockholm, its venues connect people through the unique power of live experiences.  Allegiant Stadium Allegiant Stadium, located in Las Vegas, NV, will be the future home of the Las Vegas Raiders of the National Football League and the UNLV Rebels of the NCAA Division 1 Football Bowl Subdivision.   The 65,000 seat, 1.75 million square foot, state of the art domed stadium will also host many world-class sporting and entertainment events, including the 2020 and 2021 Pac-12 Football Championship, and will serve as the annual site of the Las Vegas Bowl.  The stadium will also host large trade and corporate shows, public gatherings, private events, and a robust tour program.   Job Summary The Vice President Finance will oversee and provide leadership to the finance and accounting functions of the finance department of the venue. Responsibilities include supervising department staff, monitoring the monthly close process, issuing monthly financial statements, preparing event settlements, preparing budget reports and a variety of other financial reports. These responsibilities and tasks will be coordinated with and supervised by the General Manager of the facilities as well as the Corporate CFO.   Essential Functions Oversee and manage the month-end and year-end closing process. Monitor department progress toward meeting various deadlines Manage, create, and maintain internal controls and compliance in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Box Office/Ticketing. Maintain compliance for tax reporting purposes.  Supervise the process of recording manual journal entries and oversee various finance related processes (fixed assets, payroll, etc.) to ensure accounting records are complete and accurate.  Manage the facility's cash flow needs, investing idle funds while maintaining a minimum operating account balance to fund operations.  Accounting for box office/ ticketing funds.  Review and/or prepare bank reconciliation, account reconciliation and other analyses as needed Ensure department policies & procedures are followed. Critical and active member of leadership team. Prepare and/or review financial statements, budget reports, and event flash reports in a timely and accurate manner. Create, maintain, and manage budgeting and forecasting including, but not limited to, operating budget, monthly forecasting, capital budget, and cash flow analysis. Prepare other financial reports and analyses as requested. Work with outside auditors to complete the annual audit and issue audited financial statements. Perform and manage show-related activities - settlements, accounting, and event reporting. Partner with Human Resources and Payroll Departments to ensure payroll is processed and recorded accurately. Serve as a business partner in providing consultative services and solutions to General Manager and/or client.  Proactively and consistently provide a high-quality work product. Hire, train, and retain competent Finance/Accounting staff May be required to provide support/consultation for other divisional ASM facilities projects as needed   Required Qualifications A minimum education level of: BA/BS Degree (4-year) (Advanced Degree Preferred)                                   in Accounting or Finance (Advance Degree is preferred) A minimum of 10+ years of related work experience, including 5 years’ experience managing/leading finance and or accounting staff Experience in the facilities/stadium management industry preferred. Knowledge of JD Edwards accounting software preferred. Supervisory experience strongly preferred. The successful candidate will have skill in personnel management, developing and implementing policies and procedures, effective training, and designing and implementing accounting, financial and human resources systems and controls.  Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate well with management-level peers as well as employees.  Capable of handling all aspects of the accounting cycle and principles and techniques of arena/stadium operations. Demonstrated ability to resolve and make sound decisions autonomously using past experience as the basis.  Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to work under above-average pressure in meeting urgent deadlines.  Ability to work long, irregular hours and weekends as dictated by event schedules and project timetables.  Must be proficient with computers and MS Office programs such as Word, Excel, & Outlook.  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.   ASM reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship.  ASM may require an employee to perform duties outside his/her normal description. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The British Paralympic Association is looking to recruit an experienced Finance Manager (Maternity Cover) to support the organisation as we approach the Tokyo 2020 Summer Games. The role forms part of the Finance and Corporate Services team and reports directly to the Director of Finance and Corporate Services. The role will; • Ensure the finance team plays a strong supporting role in helping the BPA deliver its strategic objectives. • Manage the Finance function of the British Paralympic Association (BPA) and its subsidiaries. • Support the Director of Finance and Corporate Services in the provision of accurate and timely financial reports and information to enable effective decision making. The BPA is the lead organisation responsible for the Paralympic movement in the UK. We focus on creating the best environment for our athletes as part of ParalympicsGB to perform at summer and winter Paralympic Games. With Paralympic sport in the spotlight like never before, we believe we can build on that to deliver our vision ‘Through sport inspire a better world for disabled people’. ________________________________________________________ The BPA is fully committed to the principles of the equality of opportunity. It is responsible for ensuring that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment, on the grounds of age, gender reassignment, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, race, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or socio-economic background than any other. Disabled applicants meeting the minimum requirement of the role will be offered an interview. Please indicate in your cover letter if this may be applicable to your application. How to apply For details of the person specification download the Job Description and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form from the British Paralympic Association’s website -  http://bit.ly/BPAFinanceMngr  Please send a role specific cover letter, completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, CV and indication of current salary to Eleanor Edson, Corporate Services Officer, at  All enquiries are to be directed to the email listed and no phone enquiries will be taken.