Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis ACE (Playfly)

Access Executive Development Program Overview:

Access is seeking outstanding candidates for its Access Creating Executives Program (“ACE Program”). The position provides hands-on experience and exposure to key operational best practices and tactics of Access’ portfolio strategy execution.

Candidates (“ACEs”) join the ACE Program as senior team members of an Access portfolio company, directly supporting and reporting to C-Suite executives in key operational functions including Finance, M&A / Strategy, Development and Marketing. ACEs are expected to improve, execute, and document best practices within the key roles, developing a meaningful operational skillset.

ACEs will attend and participate in Access activities, training sessions, and summits with other executives and ACEs across the Access portfolio. ACEs will work with Access to build skillsets, report out to other ACEs, develop playbooks, and train executives where appropriate. They will leverage key learnings across the current and future portfolio, while also driving projects and new investment opportunities.

The portfolio Company and Access will jointly evaluate each ACE’s performance; top performers may have the opportunity to progress into other areas of the Access Holdings ecosystem. ACEs will be well-positioned to move into a C-Suite position within one of Access’ portfolio companies or on the Access investment team.

Company Detail:

Company: Playfly

Industry: Sports marketing and media

Location: TBD

Playfly Sports is the full-service, leading sports marketing and media company that enables brands to engage with sports fans on a local, regional, and national level through scaled linear, digital, and experiential assets. Playfly Sports drives outcome-based solutions into 90-million households via more than 7,800 live U.S. broadcasts of MLB, NBA, and NHL games; and influences sports fans of all ages through the management of college and high school multimedia rights, uniform branding, and high-profile sports sponsorship platforms. Playfly Sports has the unique ability to partner, innovate, and advance the aspirations of athletes, brands, academic institutions, and sports fans across the U.S.

Responsibilities

The Senior Manager of FP&A will be responsible for overseeing and driving the financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions across the organization. This role requires a strategic and experienced professional who can lead complex financial processes, deliver insightful analysis, and contribute to the overall financial strategy of the company. The Senior Manager will work closely with senior leadership and play a key role in shaping the financial direction of the business.

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the FP&A team, ensuring seamless execution of financial processes and adherence to deadlines.
• Provide actionable insights to senior leadership through accurate, complete and timely financial reports and analysis.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the FP&A team, including the supervision of Senior Financial Analysts (SFAs), providing guidance, support, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Serve as a key advisor to the VP of FP&A and other senior leaders on financial matters.
• Oversee the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and variance analyses, ensuring data integrity and insightful commentary.
• Review and analyze sales pacing across all Playfly BUs and distribute reporting to the executive leadership team.
• Maintain and enhance financial reporting models used for close, budgeting, and reforecasting processes.
• Lead preliminary variance research before month-end close, sharing findings and insights with finance leads.
• Lead and manage the annual budgeting process and oversee the reforecasting of corporate expenses
• Drive the actualization of the Long-Range Plan (LRP) and update it during each budget cycle to reflect current and projected financial conditions.
• Supervise the updating of balance sheet and cash flow forecasts to ensure accurate and forward-looking financial planning.
• Partner with the VP of FP&A to prepare and refine the monthly and quarterly financial package for investors, ensuring high-quality and accurate reporting.
• Lead the preparation of the monthly Corporate MBR (Management Business Review), providing senior leadership with critical financial insights.
• Oversee corporate expense reporting, ensuring timely and accurate distribution to department heads, and provide guidance on financial performance.
• Identify and implement continuous improvements in FP&A processes and tools, driving efficiency and enhancing the accuracy of financial data.
• Act as a bridge between the FP&A team and senior management, ensuring clear communication and alignment on financial objectives.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field required; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or related roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership position.
• Strong analytical skills with a deep understanding of financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Proven track record of leading and managing complex budgeting and forecasting processes in both high-growth and established organizations.
• Experience in managing financial reporting and analysis, with a focus on providing strategic insights to senior leadership.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with a demonstrated ability to mentor and develop finance professionals.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems, Excel, and financial modeling software.