FanDuel Sports Network
Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants. FanDuel Sports Network is the nation’s largest provider of live local sports. We’re the local media partner for 29 MLB, NHL, and NBA teams, producing and delivering over 3,000 live games and events each year. We combine partnerships, cutting-edge streaming technology, and smart distribution to let fans watch their teams how they want, whether direct-to-consumer or via major cable providers. FanDuel Sports Network is part of Main Street Sports Group, serving fans in regions across our 15 owned and operated networks.
The Position
FanDuel Sports Network is seeking a VP, Ad Sales Finance to join our finance team. Reporting to the SVP - FP&A, this role will be the operational finance support partner to the Sales team spanning multiple professional sports leagues (MLB, NBA, NHL & Others) across linear and digital assets. We are seeking a change-agent comfortable in a transformational role that drives improved results in a dynamic environment.
The Game Plan (What you will do) Act as key business partner to the head of Ad Sales and Regional Sales leaders; oversee FP&A functions including forecasting, month-end analysis, and month-close support
Oversee and develop a growing team of finance professionals; act as a transformation leader to identify, implement, and continuously improve processes
Assist the Corporate FP&A team with monthly and quarterly deliverables to stakeholders including the Board of Directors, senior management, lenders and investors
Perform in-depth analysis on inventory capacity, utilization & sell-thru, and rate/CPM trends to drive revenue growth
Execute monthly close analysis with variance reporting and identify trends for management
Collaborate with the data analytics team to coordinate real-time data flow and dashboards
Own full P&L for the ad sales function (including sales compensation, capital investments, headcount, creative staffing and marketing)
Lead the forecast and budget process for all 29 professional teams and associated inventory including overhead of local and national resources
Act as subject matter expert in Advertising and Sponsorship; lead special projects as requested by management
The Stats (What to bring) BA/BS in Business with emphasis in Accounting; CPA preferred
Minimum 10 years accounting experience with financial reporting, SEC reporting, and public company experience
Experience leading and developing internal/external relationships; managing a small team
Deep expertise in advertising in national and local markets; sports experience preferred but not required
Solid understanding of general ledger and cost accounting
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Compensation
The company is committed to fair compensation practices. The annual base compensation range for this role is $200K – 240K. Final compensation will be determined by factors such as experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
Player Benefits Healthcare Benefits – Start on day one
Wellness Program Incentive
401K – Match up to 4%
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal)
Company Holidays
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
Employee Discounts
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Finance and Sales Industries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at FanDuel Sports Network. Get notified about new Vice President Finance jobs in Southport, CT.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Be among the first 25 applicants. FanDuel Sports Network is the nation’s largest provider of live local sports. We’re the local media partner for 29 MLB, NHL, and NBA teams, producing and delivering over 3,000 live games and events each year. We combine partnerships, cutting-edge streaming technology, and smart distribution to let fans watch their teams how they want, whether direct-to-consumer or via major cable providers. FanDuel Sports Network is part of Main Street Sports Group, serving fans in regions across our 15 owned and operated networks.
The Position
FanDuel Sports Network is seeking a VP, Ad Sales Finance to join our finance team. Reporting to the SVP - FP&A, this role will be the operational finance support partner to the Sales team spanning multiple professional sports leagues (MLB, NBA, NHL & Others) across linear and digital assets. We are seeking a change-agent comfortable in a transformational role that drives improved results in a dynamic environment.
The Game Plan (What you will do) Act as key business partner to the head of Ad Sales and Regional Sales leaders; oversee FP&A functions including forecasting, month-end analysis, and month-close support
Oversee and develop a growing team of finance professionals; act as a transformation leader to identify, implement, and continuously improve processes
Assist the Corporate FP&A team with monthly and quarterly deliverables to stakeholders including the Board of Directors, senior management, lenders and investors
Perform in-depth analysis on inventory capacity, utilization & sell-thru, and rate/CPM trends to drive revenue growth
Execute monthly close analysis with variance reporting and identify trends for management
Collaborate with the data analytics team to coordinate real-time data flow and dashboards
Own full P&L for the ad sales function (including sales compensation, capital investments, headcount, creative staffing and marketing)
Lead the forecast and budget process for all 29 professional teams and associated inventory including overhead of local and national resources
Act as subject matter expert in Advertising and Sponsorship; lead special projects as requested by management
The Stats (What to bring) BA/BS in Business with emphasis in Accounting; CPA preferred
Minimum 10 years accounting experience with financial reporting, SEC reporting, and public company experience
Experience leading and developing internal/external relationships; managing a small team
Deep expertise in advertising in national and local markets; sports experience preferred but not required
Solid understanding of general ledger and cost accounting
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Compensation
The company is committed to fair compensation practices. The annual base compensation range for this role is $200K – 240K. Final compensation will be determined by factors such as experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
Player Benefits Healthcare Benefits – Start on day one
Wellness Program Incentive
401K – Match up to 4%
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal)
Company Holidays
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
Employee Discounts
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Finance and Sales Industries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at FanDuel Sports Network. Get notified about new Vice President Finance jobs in Southport, CT.
#J-18808-Ljbffr