Head of Finance

IMG is a leading global sports marketing agency, specializing in media rights management and sales, multi-channel content production and distribution, brand partnerships, strategic consulting, digital services, and events management.

It powers growth of revenues, fanbases and IP for more than 200 federations, associations, events, and teams, including the National Football League, English Premier League, International Olympic Committee, National Hockey League, Major League Soccer, ATP and WTA Tours, the AELTC (Wimbledon), Euroleague Basketball, CONMEBOL, DP World Tour, and The R&A, as well as UFC, WWE, and PBR.

IMG is a subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company.

What You'll Do:

Lead annual budgeting and quarterly reforecasting in collaboration with the VP Finance, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and corporate expectations.

Oversee monthly P&L close and deliver management discussion & analysis (MD&A) with insightful commentary on performance drivers and risks.

Monitor and report on financial performance, highlighting variances and recommending corrective actions.

Track and consolidate the divisional new business pipeline, delivering clear, actionable updates to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) on a bi-weekly basis.

Act as a strategic business partner to the Productions management team, offering financial insights and commercial guidance to support decision-making.

Ensure SOX compliance and adherence to internal controls and financial regulations across all production entities.

Lead and develop a high-performing finance team of four direct reports, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Improve and streamline financial reporting tools, dashboards, and management information systems to enhance operational efficiency.

Review and assess new business proposals to ensure financial viability, appropriate risk management, and alignment with IMG's commercial strategy.

Review supplier and customer contracts, advising on financial implications and ensuring terms are commercially sound.

Unusual Challenges or Circumstances

Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to meet critical deadlines.

Key Results Areas

Delivery of accurate and insightful financial planning and analysis.

Timely reporting and actionable financial commentary for leadership.

Strong team leadership and people development.

Effective commercial assessment of new business opportunities.

Continuous improvement in reporting and operational efficiency

You Have These:

Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience.

Confident and flexible team player

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.

High attention to detail and financial accuracy.

Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Clear, concise communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Strong leadership and team development skills

We'd Also Love If You Have These:

Experience in the media/production industry.

Experience working in a multinational organisation.

SAP system knowledge.

Awareness of HMRC tax rules relevant to television production

Experience using SAP.

Familiarity with BW / Power BI.

Working Conditions:

Perm, Stockley Park

Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm

IMG is a leading global sports marketing agency, specializing in media rights management and sales, multi-channel content production and distribution, brand partnerships, strategic consulting, digital services, and events management.

It powers growth of revenues, fanbases and IP for more than 200 federations, associations, events, and teams, including the National Football League, English Premier League, International Olympic Committee, National Hockey League, Major League Soccer, ATP and WTA Tours, the AELTC (Wimbledon), Euroleague Basketball, CONMEBOL, DP World Tour, and The R&A, as well as UFC, WWE, and PBR.

IMG is a subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company.