Senior Finance Manager

Senior Finance Manager<p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>Senior Finance Manager 1 (I)<p></p><p></p><p><b>Job title: </b>Senior Finance Manager</p><p></p><p><b>Location: Dublin (preferred) / </b>Isle of Man</p><p></p><p><b>Overview of the role:</b></p><p>As the Senior Finance Manager at Flutter / The Stars Group TSG, you will have ownership of the accounting, reviewing, reporting, and ensuring compliance with the control environment for PokerStars and the wider International Division. This is a critical position in our Accounts team, where you will play a key role in meeting the reporting requirements of a publicly listed company while implementing a robust controls environment. You will be a valued member of the Reporting and Control leadership team.</p><p></p><p>Our recently renovated <b>Dublin</b> office is the perfect place for team collaboration and individual growth. It hosts <b>2 cafes, a games room, gym</b> and an abundance of meeting rooms catered for groups of all sizes. We also run regular social and well-being initiatives, from <b>annual sports days to weekly nail technicians on-site.</b></p><p></p><p><b>What you’ll do:</b></p><ul><li>« Management of two highly capable qualified accountants and their own underlying reports, with responsibility for team and individual development; improving abilities and promoting standard processes, together with a proactive culture that supports and anticipates change.</li><li>« Close month end processes within required timelines for assigned channels, including the preparation and review of general ledger entries.</li><li>« Review and approval of monthly journal postings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with SOX requirements.</li><li>« Operate a robust cost accruals process to ensure that costs are correctly accrued within the time constraints of a fast-close environment through the use of automation where possible.</li><li>« Review all significant variances within areas of responsibility for investigation and analysis to report back to Executive Management.</li><li>« Prepare and review the financial packs for assigned departments to a high level of analysis with relevant commentary on variances.</li><li>« Oversee the maintenance and improvement of internal controls.</li><li>« Involvement in audit planning, preparation, and audit queries, as well as dealing with collaborators.</li><li>"Assume accountability for the compilation and assessment of Group reporting packs / annual financial documentation for specific Group entities."</li><li>« Take responsibility for the Flutter International group recharge accounting, working in unison with the transfer pricing team and central Flutter Group.</li><li>« Take responsibility for accounting entries and disclosure of tax workings in conjunction with the Flutter International tax team.</li><li>« Undertake other ad-hoc projects, including support on the onboarding and integration of further businesses as the Division pursues inorganic growth opportunities.</li><li>« Deputize for the Head of Financial Reporting during periods of leave.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>What you’ll bring:</b></p><p>Essential:</p><ul><li>« Fully qualified with one of the recognized accountancy bodies (preferably ACA).</li><li>« Several years post-qualification experience in IFRS or US GAAP financial reporting for Group companies.</li><li>« In-depth knowledge of IFRS/US GAAP and the ability to apply it in practice.</li><li>« Good understanding of the control environment relating to financial reporting.</li><li>« Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>« Experience dealing with internal and external customers, including explaining complex accounting issues to non-accountants.</li><li>« Demonstrable excellent organization skills.</li><li>« An ability to deliver high-quality work to strict project delivery timelines.</li><li>« People management and team experience.</li><li>« Strong academic credentials (e.g. honors degree) and experience operating in a similar environment.</li><li>Strong collaborator with the capability to work autonomously.</li><li>« Excellent time management skills.</li><li>« A driven and proactive individual who has a desire for continuous improvement and advancement.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Desirable:</b></p><ul><li>« Experience working in a SOX regulated environment or highly regulated industry.</li><li>« US GAAP accounting experience.</li><li>« Experience preparing technical accounting memos.</li><li>« Experience working in the finance department of a multinational environment.</li><li>« Prior knowledge of Oracle accounting packages.</li><li>« Experience in the gaming industry and gaming systems.</li><li>« Technical knowledge and prior experience of dealing with accounting for acquisition and financing transactions.</li></ul><p></p><p>It’s ok if you don’t think you tick every box on this list. We love people who want to challenge themselves and are passionate about what they do. If you believe you can co