Senior Manager - Finance Business Partnering

About Flutter

Flutter Entertainment is the world’s leading online sports betting and gaming company with a market capitlisation of c. $37bn operating some of the most innovative, diverse and distinctive brands in the sector.

A constituent of both the London FTSE 100 and New York Stock Exchange, Flutter brings entertainment to life for over 20 million customers in a safe, responsible and sustainable way.

We call this the Flutter Edge – the combined power of our talented people, market-leading products, smart technology and the financial capital to succeed.

Operating in 20+ regulated markets, through our Positive Impact Plan, we are committed to making a positive contribution for our customers, colleagues, communities and the planet that we play on.

The Group uses a divisional management and operating structure across its companies: each division has an empowered management team, which is responsible for maintaining momentum and growth in its respective markets.

On 14th May 2024, it was announced that Flutter would be moving its primary listing from the UK to the US, and its global operational headquarters from Dublin to New York (effective 31st May 2024).

Role Overview

This pivotal role requires a top-tier professional capable of providing strategic financial leadership, effective business partnering, and successful execution of progressive initiatives through a finance lens.

As the Senior Manager: Business Partnering this person instrumental in driving financial strategy, encouraging business partnerships, and supporting the financial aspects of major transformation programs. In particular, you will be required to partner with the Global Trading and CPPO LT members as they lead and transform their functions, acting as a robust and practical sounding board as they optimize their cost base and improve value and efficiency initiatives alongside the broader transformation change agenda. You will report directly to the Finance Director: Strategic Transformation & Growth. Flutter’s ambitions are to build an outstanding function and as such, require benchmarking against other high performing companies to ensure Flutter achieves and maintains cost efficiency in the upper quartile.. The successful candidate will also be responsible for providing financial leadership, strategic mentorship and operational support to Flutter Edge Transformation Programs including Procurement, Gaming, Product and Global Trading.

Key responsibilities:

• Build positive relationships with group functions including Procurement and Product, adapting financial strategies
• Working with business leaders, navigating the challenges and opportunities inherent in the sector.
• Build out insights to drive effective decision making and deliver insights to collaborators with strong data
• Engage with group budget holders, providing insights into industry trends and challenges, and ensuring budgets align with strategic objectives.
• Actively participate in group decision-making, providing industry-specific financial perspectives.
• Drive the delivery of the forecasting and budgeting cycles, considering the dynamic nature of the industry that the Company operates in.
• Report on month-end reporting activities, Address variances and discrepancies
• Approval of PO’s: review & approve purchase orders.
• Financial modelling of new business opportunities & business case creation
• Supporting investor relations with a compelling narrative on group functions value creation activities

Key requirements

• 5+ years of PQE experience, with strong business partnering experience.
• Strong understanding of financial management, budgeting, and strategic financial planning.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret sophisticated financial data for strategic decision-making.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively connect with collaborators.
• Excellent storytelling and PowerPoint skills.
• Strategic approach with the ability to contribute to the overall business strategy of the organization.
• In-depth understanding of SEC reporting requirements, regulations, and transformation program finance preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in finance, accounting, or related field.
• ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent certification.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• €/£1000 per year self-development allowance
• €/£250 Wellbeing allowance
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Private Health Cover
• Pension
• Hybrid Working
• Uncapped holiday allowance
• Share Save Scheme

Join us at Flutter and be part of a world-class company that is constantly pushing boundaries in the gaming and betting industry. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Flutter is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Flutter is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [contact email/phone number] and let us know the nature of your request