Senior Director, Financial Strategy, Planning & Analysis

The Senior Director will support the SVP of Finance in leading the financial strategy, planning and analysis function of the League Office as a center of excellence.  The role will work closely with the NFL’s operational finance personnel, the Office of the Controller, and business unit strategy resources to deliver impactful business analysis and play a key part in driving insightful business decisions and strategy. This position will regularly summarize and present business performance updates, key findings and analyses, and strategic decision-making matters to the League’s C-Level Operating Committee (CFO, CBO, CRO, CAO). 

Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Oversee the FP&A team to consolidate, report, and analyze the financial performance of all NFL businesses
• Oversight of the development of budgets and re-forecasts, variance analyses, risk/opportunity assessments, financial models / KPIs, and various periodic and ad hoc reporting 
• Direct responsibility for tracking cash flow statements, income statements & balance sheets as well as all forecasting, reporting, financial analysis, and accounting
• Ensure systems, metrics, and controls are in place and effective processes are maintained throughout the organization, serving as a thought leader in pursuit of continuous process improvement

Business Planning

• Lead and manage the organization’s annual budgeting and long-term strategic planning activities in collaboration with the SVP of Finance and the Strategy department
• Develop an internal business planning process, including timeline, templates, and deliverables
• Work with the Strategy team and department strategy resources to recognize and solve business problems and inefficiencies to drive business results, improve efficiency, and maximize ROI
• Identify and coordinate business performance review meetings with the Commissioner as needed

Business Unit Support

• Drive teamwork and collaboration across the organization on key League strategic initiatives
• Work with operating teams to provide fact-based recommendations that support revenue growth and improve profitability, operating efficiency and effectiveness
• Support key special or cross-functional projects/transactions at the direction of the CFO and SVP of Finance

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum 12 years of experience in FP&A
• Minimum 7 years of management experience

Preferred Qualifications:

MBA preferred

Other Key Attributes / Talent Characteristics:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Ability to work well with senior leadership
• Proven relationship builder

Travel:

Minimal

Salary / Pay Range

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials, or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.

NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.

The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. 

WHO WE ARE:

NFL Core Values:

• Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
• Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
• Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
• Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.

NFL Leadership Attributes:

• Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
• Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
• Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
• Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
• Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
• Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact

WHO YOU ARE:

Talent Attributes:   What we expect for our employees:

• Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude 
• Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
• Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
• Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
• Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset