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Genius SportsRegional Financial Controller - UK
Genius Sports is seeking a Regional Financial Controller to manage financial accounting and reporting operations for its UK entities. The company operates at the intersection of…
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Regional Financial Controller - UK at Genius Sports is a full-time role. Work arrangement: Hybrid. Location: Not specified. No salary is shown in this listing. It was posted on Sep 30, 2026. This listing is paused and not taking applications at the moment.
Job Description
Genius Sports is seeking a Regional Financial Controller to manage financial accounting and reporting operations for its UK entities. The company operates at the intersection of sports data and technology, utilizing next-generation innovations to provide immersive and interactive experiences for sports enthusiasts globally. In this demanding leadership position, the chosen candidate will direct the local accounting team, manage statutory compliance, oversee cost and revenue analysis, and drive process automation. This position suits an experienced finance professional who possesses robust technical accounting expertise and strong leadership qualities.
The role requires active collaboration with various internal departments, including the FP&A, internal audit, and external reporting groups. Responsibilities involve ensuring compliance with group policies, US GAAP standards, and SOX requirements, alongside handling UK VAT returns and short-term cash flow forecasting. The company follows an office-first culture designed to maximize team connection and collaboration, while supporting staff growth and wellbeing.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the UK financial accounting team
- Produce statutory reporting for UK-based subsidiaries
- Handle monthly cost reporting and relevant analysis
- Partner with the FP&A team to analyze budget and forecast variances
- Review monthly profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and supporting data
- Certify monthly balance sheet reconciliations
- Improve finance processes and implement automation
- Collaborate with internal audit to maintain SOX compliance
- Assist the external reporting team with US GAAP reporting
- Ensure accounting practices adhere to group policies and required GAAP
- Coordinate with external auditors to streamline annual audits
- Manage UK VAT reconciliation and prepare VAT returns
- Improve the team's Workday Financials capabilities and decrease reliance on Excel
- Execute short-term cash flow forecasting
Requirements
- Hold a professional accounting qualification
- Demonstrate strong team development and leadership abilities
- Bring experience in both revenue and cost analysis
- Possess cash flow management experience
- Show expertise in business partnering and building cross-functional relationships
- Display strong technical accounting skills
Qualifications
- Possess Workday Financials certification
Core Skills
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Range of benefits focused on employee wellbeing
- Opportunities for professional growth, skill building, and career development
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What is the employment type for the Regional Financial Controller?
The source posting specifies that this is a full-time employment opportunity.
Where is the job located?
The specific geographic location is not stated in the job posting, though the role focuses on UK companies within the group and follows an office-first culture.
What are the remote work options?
The company operates an office-first culture to maximize collaboration, and notes that hybrid working models differ depending on the specific role and location.
What qualifications are required to apply?
Applicants must hold a professional accounting qualification and possess strong technical accounting skills, leadership capabilities, and experience in cost and revenue analysis.
What is the salary for this position?
The exact salary is not stated in the job posting, though the company offers a competitive salary alongside a range of benefits.
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