About the role

Octagon within Australia comprises three agencies with specialties in the space of sports and entertainment marketing. These include Octagon (global creative agency), Futures Sport & Entertainment (business consultancy and analytics) and No2ndPlace (sport for social change).

About the Role:

Working in close partnership with the Finance Director, APAC (based in Singapore), the Finance Manager/Senior Finance Manager is the business partner to the agency leads and wider management team. They will be responsible for the accurate financial reporting of the agencies, budgeting and forecasting, commercial guidance and support, and providing strategic financial stewardship to ensure the agencies' success.

Key Responsibilities:

All financial reporting matters, including closing of monthly financials and internal reporting requirements
Planning and review of annual budgeting process, working with and providing advice to business leaders
Deliver monthly P&L forecasting and analysis
Take ownership of revenue forecasting and project tracking, ensuring alignment with financial targets
Conducting financial planning & analysis including project profitability analysis, staff utilisation, rate card reviews
Oversee day-to-day finance operations and project accounting e.g. management of WIP, job reconciliations
Providing commercial support for project teams, including pricing, risk management and contract review and negotiation
Overseeing local company statutory compliance and reporting matters including audit management, tax filing and payroll
Support implementation of group finance initiatives
Working closely with and supporting shared services team on controllership tasks
Working in partnership with Australian and APAC leadership, acting as a trusted advisor

About You:

8 years + of relevant work experience, experience in the marketing and/or events industry will be a plus
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
A leader who inspires, builds, and nurtures positive working relationships with those around you
Strong analytical skills, with a focus on compliance, cost effective and the delivery of quality results and solutions

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Skills & Tags

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Aplyr's read

Octagon is a leading sports and entertainment agency known for its innovative marketing and talent representation, attracting professionals passionate about sports and culture.
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What's promising

•Strong global presence with diverse client portfolio across sports and entertainment.
•Opportunities in cutting-edge fields like esports and data strategy.
•Reputation for creativity in experiential marketing and sponsorships.

What to watch

•High-pressure environment due to demanding client expectations.
•Potentially limited career growth in niche roles.
•Frequent need for travel may affect work-life balance.

Why octagon

•Specializes in both traditional sports and emerging markets like esports and gaming.
•Combines sports marketing with cultural and lifestyle partnerships.
•Offers roles in diverse sectors, from motorsports to culinary arts.

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