Director, Strategic Finance

In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen. Position: Director, Strategic FinanceReporting to: EVP, FinanceLocation: Tri-state area (Hybrid) ABOUT THE UFLThe United Football League (UFL) is the premier professional spring football league, powered by the visionary leadership and investment of Mike Repole and Impact Capital, RedBird Capital Partners, FOX, Dany Garcia, Dwayne Johnson, and ESPN. experience in the world—for both players and fans. The league features eight teams: the Birmingham Stallions, Columbus Aviators, Dallas Renegades, DC Defenders, Houston Gamblers, Louisville Kings, Orlando Storm, and St. Louis Battlehawks. ABOUT THE ROLEJoin us at the intersection of football, finance, and innovation – where every decision helps build a league from kickoff to championship. The UFL is seeking a highly analytical and strategic finance professional to drive data-backed financial decision-making across the league. Reporting directly to financial leadership, this role sits at the intersection of operational data and financial reporting. Your primary responsibility will be evaluating how performance metrics directly impact the P&L, turning those insights into optimized financial outcomes. This role requires advanced financial modeling, rigorous cost analysis, and strong executive communication. There will be a combination of traditional variance reports and analysis to provide forward-looking financial narratives, ensuring senior leadership has a clear view of the financial levers driving the business. WHAT YOU WILL DOPrepare and present clear, concise financial reports and executive-level presentations. Provide scenario analysis and sensitivity modeling for key business decisions. Evaluate business cases for new products, programs, or capital investments. Support pricing analysis, margin improvement initiatives, and ROI modeling. Partner with business leaders to explain results, variances, and key performance indicators. Conduct deep-dive analysis into league and team expenses to identify structural inefficiencies, spending anomalies, and cost-saving opportunities well beyond standard variance reporting. Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning processes. Enhance reporting processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and visibility. WHAT YOU WILL BRINGBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in strategic finance function (Corporate Finance or FP&A). Understanding of accounting principles, including income statement analysis, balance sheet analysis and cash flow statement analysis Advanced skills in PowerPoint and Excel, including model building. Experience using large data sets to create automated reporting dashboards and visualizations that are easy to use and digest. NetSuite and Looker experience is a plus. skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy while managing multiple priorities. skills. Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism. ADDITIONAL DETAILS This role will be based in the Tri-State area (NY/NJ/CT). This position operates in a hybrid work environment, with an expectation of in-office (White Plains, NY) 2–3 days per week. Limited travel may be required for meetings, league events and business needs. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer may be required. OTHER DUTIESPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this role. responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. COMPENSATIONThe salary range for this position is $125,000 - $165,000. qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENTThe UFL maintains a strong policy of equal opportunity in employment. benefits, and terminations.