Job Title: Assistant FinanceAnalyst
Department:Finance
Reporting:FinanceManager
Location:27GWR
Salary:Competitive
Closingdate: 17 May2024
RegulatedRole:No
BrentfordFC is a bit different to other Premier League football clubs. Weput our fans first we are a true community club and while we arefinancially sustainable we are not afraid to take calculated risks.We take huge pride in our environment and culture within the Clubwhich focuses on development inclusion and not being afraid tothink differently.
Being progressive humble andrespectful while sticking together as one team across the Clubguides how we work and the decisions we make eachday.
We also firmly believe that a diverseworkforce is a better workforce which will help us develop ideassolve problems and ultimately grow BrentfordFC.
We play in a brandnew stadium 15 minutes fromHeathrow in vibrant west London.
We will neverforget where we have come from but we are excited about the futurethat lies ahead.
Come joinus.
Inclusion Statement
Brentford FC is an organisationwhich values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. Wewelcome and encourage applications from qualified candidatesincluding those from underrepresented groups such as those fromethnically diverse backgrounds women those from the LGBTQ communityand those with disabilities. Should you require any workplaceaccommodations (also known as reasonable adjustments) you will havethe opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in thehiring process.
SafeguardingStatement
Brentford FC iscommitted to equality the safeguarding and welfare of all childrenand adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff andvolunteers at the club safeguarding is everyones responsibility.Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding trainingto enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. Thisrole requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies anduphold the clubs commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people toensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timelyreporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team. Weremind those barred from regulated activity that it is an offenceto apply for suchpositions.
The role ofthe Assistant FinanceAnalyst
Reporting to the FinanceManager (OnField) the main purpose of the Assistant Finance Analystrole is to business partner effectively with various OnFielddepartments helping financial performance to be clearly understoodby key stakeholders.
Our OnField business has alarge cost base and the Assistant Finance Analyst will accuratelyrecord and support the management of these costs whilst addingvalue by providing useful insights. OnField also has numerousincome streams and the Assistant Finance Analyst will ensure thatthese are accurately accountedfor.
MainAccountabilities
* Ensuredelivery of accurate timely and informative monthly managementaccounts for the relevant OnField departments covering P&Lreporting and balance sheetreconciliation.
* Draw meaningful and insightfulconclusions from historical financial data and providerecommendations to budget owners on ways to improve financialperformance.
* Aid in the production of annualbudgets and periodic reforecasts for relevantareas.
* Support the audit process by providingrelevant financial information anddocumentation.
* Adhoc support in management ofkey OnField stakeholder relationships.
* Adhocsupport to relevant nonfinancial teams to assist them inunderstanding finance matters resolving issues and making informeddecisions.
* Adhoc duties and responsibilities asrequired to support the finance team.
* To ensurecompliance with the Clubs Safeguarding Policy and processes.
* To ensure compliance with the Clubs Code ofConduct.
General ClubAccountabilities
* Toensure compliance with all relevant Club policies includingsafeguarding health and safety policies and with specific referenceto the data regulations (GDPR and PECR)
* Toensure compliance with all relevant legal regulatory ethical andsocial requirements
* To build and maintain goodworking relationships both internally and externally maintaining aprofessional image at all times when representing BrentfordFC
* To keep confidential any information gainedregarding the Club and its personnel
* Tomaintain a flexible approach to work at alltimes
* To ensure compliance with all MatchdaySafeguarding processes and the Clubs Safeguarding Policy andprocesses
* To ensure compliance with the ClubsCode of Conduct.
* To promote equity diversityand inclusion at the Club in line with our EDIstrategy
* To promote and support positive mentalhealth and wellbeing throughout the Club both on and off thefield.
Key InternalRelationships (listdepartments)
* Financeteam
* OnField Heads of Departments &their teams
PersonSpecification Essential PersonalCharacteristics
* Partqualifiedaccountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) at latter stages ofqualification.
* Previous management accountingexperience.
* Strong commercial and businessawareness.
* Ability to manipulate complex dataand present it clearly and accurately to finance &nonfinance colleagues.
* Excellent communicationskills with the ability to communicate at all levels clearly andsuccessfully both verbally and inwriting.
* Ability to quickly build strong andeffective working relationships with colleagues across the businesswith the confidence and credibility to challenge appropriately andto influence decisions.
* Strong IT skills acrossthe MS Office suite including intermediate/advanced Excel skillsand previous exposure to commonly recognised accountingsystems.
PersonSpecification DesirableCharacteristics
* Aninterest infootball/sport.
Pleasenote that where appropriate for the role youwill berequired to complete additional background checks such asDisclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and police checks forany time you have lived or workedoutside of the UK in the last 10years. You can find out more aboutthis at
Pleasealso note that a CV application will not besufficient. Applicationswill not be considered where the applicationform has not beencompleted infull.
Ifthe role you are applying for involves regulated activity and youhave been shortlisted for a first stage interview you will beaskedto fill out a Declaration of OffencesForm.