Job Title Financial Controller Department Finance Direct Reports - Reports to Managing Director Location LCL Training Ground, Ditton, Aylesford, Kent FT/PT Full-Time Level of DBS Standard About Us: The London City Lionesses are part of the Kynisca group, setting a vision and building an infrastructure in which all the players and staff can thrive. Owned by Michele Kang, our vision for Kynisca is to: 1. Become the most pre-eminent sports organisation in the world; 2. Have a high-performance culture of winning on and off the pitch; 3. Train women as women; and 4. Motivate and inspire the next generation of girls and women. Role Purpose: The role of Financial Controller is to oversee all financial operations of the women's professional football club and the academy operations, ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and the effective management of financial resources. This role is critical in supporting the club's strategic goals and ensuring financial sustainability. Whilst the role directly reports to the Managing Director of the Club, it will have a dotted line reporting line into CFO, Kynisca and the individual will be expected to work closely with the central Kynisca finance team. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with demonstrate experience in a senior financial management role, preferably within the sports or leisure industry. Main Duties/ Responsibilities 1. Management and Financial Reporting: Prepare and present accurate and timely monthly management accounts and information and financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets (and reconciliations), and cash flow statements. 2. Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and manage the budget and reforecast cycles, and identifying potential risks and opportunities. 3. Strategic Financial Planning: Develop and implement financial strategies to support the club's objectives, including long-term financial planning and capital investment strategies. 4. Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant financial and reporting regulations and standards, including with respect to the rules of Women’s Professional Leagues Limited, corporate and employment tax laws, VAT and financial reporting requirements 5. Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making, including cost-benefit analysis (including marketing spend analysis), financial modeling, and performance metrics and provide strategic insights 6. Internal Controls: Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard the club's assets and ensure the integrity of financial information. 7. Audit Coordination: Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate the annual audit process and address any audit findings. 8. Stakeholder Communication: Communicate financial information effectively to internal and external stakeholders, including the board of directors, investors, advisors, tax authorities, auditors and regulatory bodies including Women’s Professional Leagues Limited 9. Accounting - ensure accurate recording (and reconciliation) of transactions, collection of receipts (including but not limited to matchday, sponsorship, grants, merchandise, league distributions), and making timely payments including payroll / salaries to players, coaching staff, and employees and supplier payments as well as banking functions 10. Controls – Design, document, implement and maintain strong business and financial policies controls to support the running of the club and reduce risk and fraud. 11. Commercial - Collaborate with commercial and operations teams to optimise club profitability. 12. Capital Projects – Support the Club’s major capital projects including accounting / reconciling / tracking / managing major spend Club Accountabilities 1. To comply with all Club policies, procedures and practices and carry out your role diligently and in the best interests of the Club 2. To lead with a proactive, high-performance mindset and actively contribute to a winning culture on and off the pitch 3. To behave in a manner consistent with Club values and policies What we are looking for Qualifications and Training Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent Knowledge, Skills and Experience Demonstrable experience in a senior financial management role, preferably within the sports or leisure industry. Strong knowledge of financial regulations and standards. Experience working within sporting regulatory frameworks. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in financial software (Xero preferred), banking systems and Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Working as part of cross functional management team. Articulate and able to present strong business cases. Experience of working in a commercial environment. Experience in CRM data interrogation and marketing spend / analysis Characteristics Passionate about women’s football and broader women’s sport culture. Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to deal with matrix stakeholders & ambiguity. High standards of personal integrity and EQ. Comfortable and able to work on own initiative Has a learning mindset; is keen to continue their self-development and keep up to date with best practice and learning opportunities Continually seeks to improve efficiency and performance Seeks out and embraces new ways of thinking and working – not afraid to fail. Works collaboratively with muti-functional team – playing a role in shaping future of the club. London City Lionesses is committed to safeguarding, health and safety, and equality, diversity, and inclusion. We prioritise the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, the well-being of all staff and visitors, and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. These responsibilities are shared by all staff and volunteers, with safeguarding, safety, and inclusivity being collective priorities. All staff are required to adhere to the Club’s policies, complete relevant training, and actively contribute to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment. This includes timely reporting of concerns, compliance with health and safety regulations, and upholding the Club’s zero-tolerance approach to discrimination. For certain roles, additional checks, such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks or health assessments, may be required. Applications must include a fully completed application form; CVs alone will not be accepted. All candidates will be assessed on merit and their alignment with the Club’s values.