Manager – Finance (Cricket Operations)

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Finance Manager (Cricket Operations) to act as the key bridge between the Finance and Cricket Operations teams. This role will play a critical part in ensuring accurate financial planning, real-time expense tracking, and smooth financial execution across all cricket-related activities throughout the year.

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Key Responsibilities

• Cross-Functional Partnership: Act as the primary liaison between Finance and Cricket Operations, ensuring transparent and timely financial communication.

• Payments Oversight: Manage end-to-end Player and Support Staff payments, including IPL and Off-Season commitments.

• Expense Management: Track and monitor real-time expenses across:

  • Player & support staff fees

  • Travel (IPL & Off-Season)

  • Stay/accommodation (IPL & Off-Season)

  • Equipment and kitting

  • Development and management programs (year-round)

• FP&A & Reporting: Collect, validate, and report real-time actuals from Cricket Operations and Analytics to enable accurate forecasting and budgeting.

• Operational Support: Manage in-season finance operations, including player/staff logistics payments and net bowlers’ compensation.

• Budget Control: Own the Cricket Budget, monitor spends against plan, identify variances, and drive proactive cost management.

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Requirements

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory.

• 3–4 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) or similar roles.

• Strong analytical, reporting, and Excel/financial modeling skills.

• Ability to work cross-functionally with non-finance stakeholders in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Passion for sports or experience in the sports/entertainment industry will be an added advantage.

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Location

• Mumbai