Senior Manager, Global FP&A

Description

The IRONMAN Group operates a global portfolio of events that includes the IRONMAN® Triathlon Series, the IRONMAN® 70.3® Triathlon Series, 5150™ Triathlon Series, the Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series, IRONKIDS®, World Triathlon Championship Series, Epic Series™ mountain bike races including the Absa Cape Epic®, road cycling events including Haute Route®, and other multisport races.

The IRONMAN Group is the largest operator of mass participation sports in the world and provides more than a million participants annually with the benefits of endurance sports through the company’s vast offerings. Since the inception of the iconic IRONMAN® brand and its first event in 1978, athletes have proven that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE® by crossing finish lines around the world. Beginning as a single race, The IRONMAN Group has grown to become a global sensation with hundreds of events across 55+ countries. For more information about The IRONMAN Group visit: www.ironman.com. 

At The IRONMAN Group, our mission is to celebrate the power of the human spirit, fulfill dreams and uplift communities by organizing world-class events and extraordinary athletic experiences, globally. We accomplish this through our amazing staff across the globe who are committed to our core values - Heart, Excellence, Ambition, Respect and Teamwork (HEART).

Description

The IRONMAN Group is seeking a Senior Finance Manager, FP&A to support the Financial Planning and Analysis function. As an individual contributor, you will be responsible for managing consolidated global month-end reporting, leading budgeting and forecasting processes, and overseeing cash flow forecasting.

In this role, you will provide forward-looking financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making and ensure alignment between planned actions and company objectives. You will have exposure to senior leadership and collaborate cross-functionally across the organization to drive financial performance. This is a key position within the Global Finance team that requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to solving complex financial challenges.  

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation and delivery of global financial reports during the month-end close process
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results to senior management, identifying key variances and trends
• Provide insights on financial performance, including revenue, expense, and profitability analysis
• Lead the global long-range planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and cross-regional teams to consolidate and align financial plans
• Assist in building long-term financial models that highlight risks and opportunities to management
• Partner with the Treasury team to create and manage accurate and timely cash flow forecasts
• Work closely with Accounting, Treasury, Tax, and regional finance teams to ensure alignment on financial processes, reporting accuracy, and key financial initiatives
• Play a key role in the implementation of an FP&A planning tool to streamline budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes
• Work with IT and other stakeholders to ensure successful deployment and training on the new system
• Collaborate with other finance teams, business leaders, and department heads to ensure cohesive financial planning and reporting
• Provide financial analysis and decision support to drive strategic initiatives
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of FP&A activities
• Stay informed about industry best practices and trends in financial planning and analysis

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)
• 7+ years of progressive experience in FP&A or a related finance role, with a strong understanding of management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Experience with FP&A tools and systems; experience in tool implementation is a plus. Experience with Power BI is a plus
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (e.g., complex financial modeling, data analysis, pivot tables, etc.) and PowerPoint (for creating executive-level presentations)
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to senior management
• Experience in a global organization with exposure to international financial processes is a plus

The above declarations are not intended to be an “all inclusive” list of duties and responsibilities