Financial Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

Description

U.S. Soccer Overview 

The U.S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good.

We understand the importance and the power of teamwork, on and off the pitch. That is why we work closely with our Federation partners and members, to inspire, support and guide every level of the game: from the grassroots to the National Teams. We want to bring soccer into every home and every community, right across America. Because we believe that soccer can transform lives like no other sport. Soccer can represent the best of U.S.

U.S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitions plans for U.S. Soccer in the near and far future. We are, therefore, looking for dynamic servant leaders to join us on this journey: in service to soccer. Applicants must be able to demonstrate visionary leadership, analytical decision-making, professional flexibility, and an empathic management style that builds bold teams and delivers globally significant results.

Position Description 

As a contributing member within the Finance department, the Financial Analyst serves the organization's staff, department heads, senior leadership, and Federation members through financial planning, reporting, forecasting, analysis, and operations. This position supports the management and presentation of the annual budget to support the organization’s strategic objectives. This role performs data analysis and develops reports across several areas including federation/departmental financial performance, national team games, and travel & expenses, while assisting with projects and analysis as necessary.

Financial Analyst are expected to participate in  day-to-day responsibility for managing and controlling various revenue streams and expense drivers. This role will support accurate planning, reporting and analysis of the Federation’s operations. This position entails increased scope and complexity including strategic special projects. Must be able to fulfill ad hoc requests from various internal and external sources to support decision-making and provide necessary insight to executives, managers, department heads and personnel. Individual must be flexible, proactive and able to work with ambiguity. Individual must be able to commit to the time requirements of this position, which may demand extended hours as required.

Primary Responsibilities 

• Prepare, improve, and automate the month-end, quarterly and full-year forecast/reports, including developing and supporting reporting packages for various internal and external stakeholders while ensuring forecasts are properly reflected in planning tools and systems 
• Contributes to the annual and long-range budget including department detail, summaries, while creating presentation decks through various approvals
• Support coordination across financial systems to ensure consistency across multiple platforms and process owners
• Analyze financial trends and corporate activity for strategic decision making and forecasting while working with the strategy department on framework for U.S. Soccer’s five-year projections
• Build or modify various financial models to assess the viability of new business investments and other proposed business initiatives
• Perform complex special projects at the request of Management

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related area of study
• Minimum 2 years of analytical work experience demonstrating increasing responsibility
• Ability to create and operate complex financial models; working knowledge of corporate finance is required 
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel and proficient in Word and PowerPoint 
• Exposure to accounting principles, financial metrics and financial statement relationships
• Proven ability to prioritize a range of responsibilities and adapt as business problems change  
• Exceptional writing and presentation skills with comfort and ability to develop clear, concise, and compelling executive-ready communications to various audience groups with limited guidance
• General knowledge of soccer
• Capable of working in fast-paced and demanding environments
• Must be able to connect “micro” details to the “macro” vision and mission

Desired Qualifications 

• MBA/CPA
• Efficiency with financial reporting software and systems 
• Prior experience working at either a non-for-profit, sporting organization, financial services, or public accounting firm

U.S. Soccer offers a comprehensive compensation package, casual work environment, an inclusive culture, and an atmosphere for professional development.

U.S. Soccer is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, military status, political belief, or any other characteristic protected under the law. This policy applies to all our employment practices within our organization. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA, veterans, parents, and persons with disabilities to apply.