Senior Financial Reporting & Budgeting Specialist

About Company:  

Setanta Sports is the most extensive media in 14 CEE, we broadcast top tournaments across Europe and Asia and with our unique OTT platform, we deliver premium-quality sports content that’s available exclusively on any device, anytime, anywhere.  

We’re a team of sports enthusiasts and our goal is to bring the best sports content to any device, anywhere, and build a community of passionate, forward-thinking fans who love sports as much as we do. 

More About Our Team 

At Setanta Sports, we’re united by our love for the game. Sports inspire us to be our best, challenge us to grow, and bring us together as a team. We’re passionate about our work, cheering each other on like fans in the stands. With a winning mindset, we take bold actions and use data to guide us. And because work should be fun, we keep things playful every day. 

About the open role:

The Senior Financial Reporting and Budgeting Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the company's financial reporting, analyse and budgeting processes. This position is responsible for preparing IFRS and Managerial financial statements for management and stakeholders, analyzing budget performance, supporting forecasting activities, reconciliations with counterparties/regulators and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal policies. By providing clear, data-driven insights and maintaining strong financial controls, this role supports strategic decision-making and helps the company achieve its financial goals.

What you’ll do:

• Monitor financial transactions and ensure accuracy in the general ledger.

• Review and validate journal entries and supporting documentation.

• Respond to internal inquiries regarding financial data or reporting discrepancies.

• Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies.

• Analyze budget variances and provide explanations or corrective recommendations.

• Assist departments with budget tracking and financial performance analysis.

• Prepare financial data and reports for management review.

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and management reports.

• Perform month-end close activities, including reconciliations and accruals.

• Analyze trends, margins, and performance indicators to support decision-making.

• Develop budget-to-actual variance analysis reports and recommend actions.

• Ensure compliance with IFRS and regulatory requirements.

• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.

• Coordinate annual budgeting and reforecasting processes with department leaders.

• Support internal and external audit processes, providing documentation and explanations as needed.

• Contribute to the development and refinement of financial policies and procedures.

• Identify and recommend corrections for discrepancies in financial data.

• Recommend budget adjustments based on variance analysis and performance trends.

• Respond promptly to ad hoc financial analysis and reporting requests from Direct manager.

• Other finance-related tasks.

  
  

What we expect from you:

• At least 4-5 years of experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis, preferably in a corporate finance or Big Four.

• Extensive experience in financial accounting, preparation of financial statements, and adherence to accounting standards (IFRS).

• Proven experience in developing, monitoring, and reporting on budgets and forecasts, including variance analysis.

• Experience with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls, as well as supporting external and internal audits.

• Experience in managing cash flow, liquidity, and short-term investments or financing.

• Working knowledge of Tableau or PowerBI, as well advanced Excel skills.

• Fluency in Georgian and English.

• Familiarity with tax filings, and the regulatory landscape affecting financial reporting and budgeting.

Join Our Team 

We have a great culture and friendly atmosphere, with lots of activities and support. Enjoy flexible vacation time, work from home options, and comprehensive insurance. We offer courses and development programs to help you grow. 

Join our supportive, fun, and passionate team that’s changing the game in sports entertainment! 

The deadline for applications: 27 June, 2025.

If you don’t progress to the resume selection stage, the hiring team will keep your application for upcoming openings and connect with you when appropriate.

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