Finance Director

The role will require a proactive leader with a strategic and analytical mindset capable of influencing cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will be a data and process-oriented individual who can effectively translate the financial data into actionable insights for the operating team with the goal of driving better outcomes.  Areas of leadership will include owning all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for the Streaming and Advertising P&L.

This includes the development of a robust but flexible forecasting structure, incorporating key business drivers into financial forecasts, development and maintenance of financial operational dashboards/metrics, and ad hoc financial analysis, all in support of key business decisions. This role will own all enterprise-level financial processes and ensure an effective and accurate comprehensive financial reporting function, including consolidations, reporting, data management, and systems integration. The ownership of the financial planning processes will include providing company leadership with valuable insights and being instrumental in optimizing financial performance across a dynamic, high-growth business.

The Outcomes You’ll Deliver

Take ownership and level up the Streaming, Advertising, and Reporting functions to drive:

·  Increased accuracy in forecasting and reporting through challenging the current financial structure.

·  Create efficiencies in workflows through rebuilding processes and systems to more effectively analyze the business.

·  Proactively identify opportunities and issues within the business for the business teams with the goal of becoming a trusted key partner across the product line.

·  Identification and implementation of financial system and process improvements to enhance financial reporting and forecasting accuracy and efficiency by proactively seeking out opportunities for innovation.

• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and reporting work-streams for Streaming and Advertising P&L, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with corporate objectives.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports that provide executive and senior leadership with clear insights into Streaming and Advertising P&L.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Streaming and Advertising P&L forecast and reporting models.
• Gain a deep understanding of company and business drivers and leverage this understanding to create meaningful and insightful reporting.
• Perform detailed reviews of financial variance reports, identify any operational or performance concerns and the underlying drivers, and proactively present findings to finance management and leadership teams.
• Work closely with business teams to develop and distribute operational reports focused on KPIs, revenue performance, and achieving budget targets.
• Align and efficiently bridge financial forecasts and reporting periods with operational reports, cadence, and results.
• Provide ad hoc analytics and modeling in support of critical business decisions and special projects, and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Lead the long-range planning (LRP) process for Streaming and Advertising P&L.
• Lead financial consolidations and comprehensive reporting.
• Design, create, enhance, and maintain impactful dashboards and reports utilizing various data and data tools.
• Plan, organize, and lead the effort of comprehensive design, construction, and distribution of internal financial reporting.
• Collaborate with the finance team to provide usable variance analysis of monthly results versus budget, forecast, and prior year.
• Assist in preparing materials for operating review and board meetings by working directly with executive and senior leadership.
• Additional tasks as assigned.

• 7+ years of experience in finance/FP&A, financial analysis, investment banking, private equity, Big 4, or a related field.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative approach to working with others.
• Proven ability to effectively build business partnerships to support and drive better business decisions.
• Experience partnering with senior leadership to provide strategic financial insights and decision support.
• Experience with month-end close, budgeting/forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis and modeling.
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical capabilities, with a track record of delivering insights that shape strategic initiatives and influence executive decisions.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools (Excel, Google Sheets, etc.).
• Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principles (GAAP).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong partnering and collaboration skills with the ability to influence business partners, foster alignment, and communicate complex financial concepts clearly.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines, demonstrating adaptability and prioritization skills.
• Consistent record of leading challenging priorities and addressing roadblocks with a desire to work independently amid ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a knack for simplifying detailed analysis for a broad audience.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills with the ability to identify what's important and provide insights to leadership.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with data tools and experience in SQL or other query languages a plus.

• Ownership over Participation- You take responsibility for achieving holistic outcomes, prioritize key objectives, and adapt quickly when situations require a different approach. You follow through even against the toughest challenges.

• Team over Stars- You are a bridge builder, establishing processes and relationships with teams outside your own. You work to rally around common goals, find win-win solutions, compromise when necessary, and help others succeed.

• Growth over Comfort- You are driven by a desire to grow and actively seek opportunities to expand your comfort zone, skills, and confidence. You embrace new challenges with curiosity, accepting discomfort and failure as opportunities to learn. 

• Fairness over Popularity- You approach decisions with a scientist’s mindset, challenging your assumptions and remaining objective. You consider long-term impact rather than relying on short-term gains, proactively seek others’ perspectives, and manage emotions in decision-making. 

Company Overview 

PlayOn is a dynamic growth-stage company dedicated to championing the spirit of play in the high school space. Backed by KKR, our family of brands—including GoFan, NFHS Network, and MaxPreps—empowers schools with innovative solutions and exceptional service. Our fan engagement platform is the only one that offers event ticketing, streaming, fundraising, concessions, merchandise sales, and website management in one place. We save administrators time so they can focus on what truly matters: supporting the students, staff, and fans who bring their programs to life. 

Trusted by thousands of schools across the country, we're here to help create more instant replays, hold-your-breath moments, last-minute comebacks, and games you want to watch over and over again. 

When being there means everything, we make sure you never miss a moment.  

Why you’ll love working at PlayOn  

Product, potential, and people. We’re a leader in the high school event space, constantly evolving our product to meet the needs of administrators. We focus on solving real challenges, learning quickly, and creating impactful solutions. 

This is a growth-stage company, meaning your contributions have real impact. You’ll have opportunities to grow your skills, tackle meaningful problems, and make a difference in the lives of schools and the students and fans they serve. 

Our culture is built on accountability, collaboration, growth, and fairness. We don’t just show up—we show up for each other. Everyone wears the same jersey, and we play hard, make the extra pass, and cheer one another on. Losses teach us, challenges motivate us, and persistence drives us forward. We value integrity over shortcuts, choosing to do what’s right even when it’s hard. Together, we strive to be better every day—because we know that’s how we win as a team. 

The Benefits We Offer 

Multiple medical insurance plans to choose from 

Dental, vision life and disability insurance 

Employee Emergency Fund  

Company equity (stock options) 

Open PTO policy  

401K plan with company match 

Hybrid/flexible work environment 

Note: Must be a full-time employee to participate in the company’s employee health benefit plan. Part-time employees and interns are not eligible to participate.