MANAGER, FP&A

Chicago, IL

(Hybrid/Remote)

THE RUNDOWN

Playfly Sports is looking for a Manager, FP&A to join our team in Playfly Media.

The Manager of FP&A is a pivotal leader within the finance team, responsible for overseeing and driving the financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions across the Playfly Media business unit. This role demands a strategic and experienced professional who can lead complex financial processes, deliver insightful analysis, and contribute to the overall financial strategy of the BU. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Finance and working closely with the BU Head of Operations & BU President, the Manager is responsible for ensuring accuracy, driving the financial narrative, and delivering high-quality outputs that support executive and operational needs.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

· Lead the day-to-day operations of the FP&A functions, ensuring seamless execution of financial processes and adherence to deadlines

· Guarantee the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reports and analysis, providing actionable insights to senior leadership

· Serve as a key advisor to the BU Head of Operations & BU President and other senior leaders on financial matters, contributing to strategic decision-making

· Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial monthly business reviews, ensuring the financial narrative is accurate, insightful, and aligned with performance results

· Lead preliminary variance research before month-end close, sharing findings and insights with finance leadership

· Review and analyze sales pacing across all revenue verticals of the business

· Maintain and enhance financial reporting models used for close, budgeting, and reforecasting processes

· Lead the quarterly and annual budgeting/forecasting process in collaboration with BU leadership, consolidating inputs and validating assumptions

· Provide financial context, tools, and guidance to non-financial stakeholders to improve forecasting and cost management

· Identify and implement continuous improvements in FP&A processes and tools, driving efficiency and enhancing the accuracy of financial data

· Maintain documentation of processes and templates to support team continuity and scaling

· Support evaluation or implementation of FP&A systems and automation initiatives

· Collaborate closely with the Senior Director of Finance to align on priorities, deliverables, and strategic initiatives

· Other job-related duties as assigned

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred

· 5+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, financial analysis; media/advertising/entertainment experience a plus

· Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with a track record of delivering accurate, insight-driven reporting

· Proven ability to manage financial planning cycles and partner effectively with stakeholders across functions

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable distilling complex financials into executive-ready insights

· Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems, financial modeling tools, and reporting platforms is a plus

· Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

TRAVEL, LIFTING, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· This position does not require physically demanding work

· Frequently required use of hands and fingers to write, manipulate telephone and computer keyboard

· Regularly required to hear, talk and use close vision

COMPENSATION