Business Unit Controller (Esport, Events, Gaming)

7 Months ago • 3-5 Years • Finance

Job Summary

Job Description

Financial Controller for Esports, Events, and Gaming. Must have strong analytical skills, financial management expertise, and budgeting/forecasting experience.
Must have:
  • Financial Controller
  • Financial Management
  • Budgeting/Forecasting
  • Analytical Skills
Good to have:
  • MBA, CPA
  • Digital/Tech
  • Cost Optimization
  • Risk Management
Perks:
  • Equal Opportunity
  • Affirmative Action

Job Details

Description

At EFG (ESL FACEIT Group) we create worlds beyond gameplay where players and fans become a community. We pride ourselves in having a corporate social responsibility which is that “IT’S NOT GG (Good Game), UNTIL IT’S GG FOR ALL”. We are passionate about the culture we foster that ultimately helps to create and shape the world of esports, gaming tournaments, leagues, events, and holistic ecosystems staged for our millions of players, fans, and heroes.

About Finance:

The Finance team is responsible for overseeing the financial health of the company. They support management decisions through top-tier accounting, controlling, and procurement processes.

The Controlling team effectively manages EFG's financials, focusing on actuals, forecasts, and budget reporting. Their insights and valued opinions contribute to the leadership team's decision-making process.

The Business Unit Financial Controller will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the assigned business unit. This includes financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of financial management, and the ability to provide insights to drive business performance. Additionally, the candidate will act as a key business partner to various departments, helping to guide strategic decisions and drive overall business success.

What you will do:

Financial Management:

  • Oversee all financial topics for the projects within the business unit.
  • Support and steer the business to achieve its goals.
  • Monitor and analyze project financial performance and KPIs, identifying trends and providing actionable insights.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

  • Lead the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasting.
  • Work closely with the relevant stakeholders to prepare budgets and forecasts, and compare them against actual performance
  • Ensure alignment of financial plans with project objectives.

Financial Reporting:

  • Prepare accurate and timely financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual analyses.
  • Present financial results to senior management, highlighting key variances and performance drivers.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

Cost Control and Optimization:

  • Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements within projects.
  • Implement and monitor cost control measures.
  • Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making and strategic initiatives.

Business Partnering:

  • Collaborate with department heads and other stakeholders to ensure financial alignment with business goals.
  • Provide financial insights and guidance to support the business unit goals.
  • Foster a strong partnership with operational teams to drive performance and business growth.

Risk Management:

  • Assess and manage financial risks associated with projects.
  • Ensure robust internal controls are in place and adhered to.
  • Coordinate with internal and external auditors regarding project finances.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA, CPA or other professional qualification such as CIMA, ACCA, or ACA preferred. 
  • Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar role in a business unit or divisional capacity (minimum 3-5 years), ideally in the Digital or Technology Industries.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards.
  • Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • High attention to detail and organizational skills.

Firmly rooted in our values, EFG is an affirmative action employer that celebrates being an equal opportunity workplace. Our unwavering commitment to fair employment extends to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, marital status, gender identity, or Veteran status.

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About The Company

The ESL FACEIT Group is the leading competitive games and esports company.


We help brands embrace the youth culture phenomenon of our times. Through exposure and authentic activation, we enable brands to engage the notoriously hard-to-reach global youth audiences capable of driving their growth today and tomorrow.


At EFG we create worlds beyond gameplay where players and fans become community. The company is built on the great legacy of the world-renowned ESL, FACEIT and DreamHack brands.


We harness this legacy to further innovate and develop the esports and gaming landscape worldwide. Working with our developer, publisher, brand, and media partners, we deliver products that accelerate gaming culture and make gamer communities come together.


Join us on the journey as we help gaming communities thrive by creating worlds beyond gameplay that unite players, fans, and creators around the esports and games they love.

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