FP&A Analyst - London, United Kingdom in Lent

Overview

Stats Perform is the market leader in sports tech. We provide the most trusted sports data to some of the world's biggest organizations, across sports, media, and broadcasting. Through the latest AI technologies and machine learning, we combine decades' worth of data with the latest in-game happenings. We then offer coaches, teams, professional bodies, and media channels around the world, access to the very best data, content, and insights, improving how sports fans interact with their favourite sports teams and competitions.

How do we add value?

• Media outlets add a little magic to their coverage with our stats and graphics packages.
• Sportsbooks can offer better predictions and more accurate odds.
• The world's top coaches are known to use our data to make critical team decisions.
• Sports commentators can engage with fans on a deeper level, using our stories and insights.

Anywhere you find sport, Stats Perform is there. However, data and tech are only half of the package. We need great people to fuel the engine. We succeeded thanks to a team of amazing people who spend their days collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data from a wide range of live sporting events. If you combine this real-time data with our 40-year-old archives, elite journalists, camera operators, copywriters, the latest in AI wizardry, and a host of 'behind the scenes' support staff, you've got all the ingredients to make it a magical experience!

Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Own monthly P&L reporting for non-compensation expenses, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery.
  • Support monthly financial close activities and variance analysis across all expense categories.
  • Prepare detailed expense analysis and commentary for management reporting packages.
  • Monitor expense trends and proactively identify cost-saving opportunities or budget risks.
  • Assist with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting requests.
• Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Support the annual budgeting process for non-compensation expenses, partnering with budget owners across the organization.
  • Support quarterly forecast updates for expense categories, ensuring alignment with business activities and strategic priorities.
  • Develop and maintain budget tracking tools and documentation.
  • Ensure budget assumptions are well-supported, defensible, and properly documented.
• Business Partnering - Internal Functions
  • Serve as the primary FP&A partner for Finance, HR, Facilities, Legal, Integrity, and Content teams.
  • Build strong relationships with budget owners and department heads across internal support functions.
  • Provide financial insights, budget tracking, and decision support to partnered functions.
  • Translate departmental needs into financial requirements and communicate financial constraints clearly.
  • Participate in business planning discussions and provide financially sound recommendations.
  • Support business case development and ROI analysis for internal initiatives.

Essential Experience:

• 3-5+ years of progressive finance experience, with exposure to FP&A, financial reporting, or management accounting.
• Part-Qualified (preferably CIMA) contemplated.
• Demonstrated experience managing expense budgets and reporting processes.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to investigate variances and identify root causes.
• Experience partnering with non-finance stakeholders and translating financial concepts for diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under deadlines.
• Background in media, sports, technology, or professional services environment is advantageous.

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong financial analysis and modelling skills with advanced Excel proficiency.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and high degree of accuracy.
• Solid understanding of P&L statements, expense accounting, and budgeting processes.
• Strong communication skills—able to explain financial information clearly to non-finance partners.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented mindset with ability to work independently.
• Collaborative working style with ability to build effective relationships across functions.
• Intellectually curious with desire to understand business operations and commercial drivers.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Professional maturity and sound business judgment.

Why work at Stats Perform?

We love sports, but we love diverse thinking more! We know that diversity brings creativity, so we invite people from all backgrounds to join us. At Stats Perform you can make a difference; by using your skills and experience every day, you'll feel valued and respected for your contribution.

We take care of our colleagues. We like happy and healthy colleagues. You will benefit from things like Mental Health Days Off, ‘No Meeting Fridays,’ and flexible working schedules. We pull together to build a better workplace and world for all. We encourage employees to take part in charitable activities, utilize their 2 days of Volunteering Time Off, support our environmental efforts, and be actively involved in Employee Resource Groups.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Stats Perform: By joining Stats Perform, you'll be part of a team that celebrates diversity. A team that is dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels valued and welcome. All employees are collectively responsible for developing and maintaining an inclusive environment. That is why our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goals underpin our core values. With increased diversity comes increased innovation and creativity, ensuring we're best placed to serve our clients and communities. Stats Perform is committed to seeking diversity, equity, and inclusion in all we do.