Clubs Financial Analyst

Role Summary

The Clubs Financial Analyst will assist the Licensing and Industry Performance Manager in leading and driving the performance of racing clubs in Queensland.

The Opportunity

An opportunity has arisen for a professional and experienced Financial Analyst to join the Club Partnerships and Assets team on a permanent basis.

The Clubs Financial Analyst will assist the Licensing and Industry Performance Manager in leading and driving the performance of racing clubs in Queensland by providing meaningful reporting and analysis of Clubs financial and non-financial operational data.

The role will ensure club financial information, RQ's club data warehouse and CRM data is validated and of a high-quality. Drive improved outcomes for data management, financial analysis, performance reporting, and establishing benchmarks to provide operating context and facilitate improved Club performance.

Key duties include:

• Coordinate the monthly club operational funding process by ensuring the accurate and timely processing of club data.
• Ensure clubs eligibility for funding is assessed and recommended in accordance with the terms set out in the Club Funding Agreements.
• Performing meaningful data analysis and modelling by consolidating and validating financial and non-financial data from clubs.
• Owning monthly, quarterly, half yearly and yearly club performance reporting.
• Assist with educating clubs on financial reporting and accounting treatments.
• Developing complex financial and operational analysis on Club/industry performance and projected forecasts to influence strategic decision making.
• Assessing the suitability of the Club funding model against Club operations by undertaking comprehensive analysis of Club operating activities.

The Success Profile

• A tertiary qualification in Accounting, Commerce, Business Management, Finance or related field and commensurate demonstrated experience in a similar role.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to manage competing needs of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to use tact and diplomacy when managing conflict.
• Superior ability to deal with complexity and ambiguity, work under pressure, show resilience and make effective decisions and recommendations.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills with impeccable attention to detail.
• Knowledge and understanding of the racing and/or wagering industry is desirable.
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities and tight deadlines.
• Excellent financial and analytical skills to ensure the highest level of data integrity and interpretation of incomplete or inaccurate information.
• Experience in report and dashboard creation.
• Ability to solve complex problems requiring consideration of a range of options.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with Salesforce and Power Bi or similar application desirable.
• Professional membership is desirable.

This is a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your resilience and ability to think on your feet will be key factors to your success. With your results-driven attitude and forward-thinking style, you will build trust and credibility with all stakeholder groups through superior interpersonal skills.

This role affords the scope to realise the significant professional uplift of working for a tri-code Principal Racing Authority. We recruit values-aligned people into Racing Queensland who lead by example and thrive on delivering results in a high performance culture.

The Organisation: Racing Queensland

Racing Queensland (RQ) is a statutory body whose primary purpose is to promote, enhance and provide a platform to service the industry across three codes of racing: Thoroughbred, Greyhound and Harness.

RQ's vision is to connect people through the thrill of racing, and its mission is to be Queensland's number #1 sport.

Benefits and Perks

We have generous employee benefits such as EAP, an innovative reward and recognition program offering perks and discounts and best practice HR policies offering flexible working arrangements, paid parental leave, talent management and performance development. We also provide annual flu vaccinations, weekly fruit deliveries, corporate massages, and access to an on-site gym as we value your health and well-being.

RQ values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people.

We recognise, respect and value First Nations people and cultures. We are progressing self-determination by recognising the rights and interests of First Nations people. We are investing in a culturally connected and agile organisation, with the skills and experience we need to support better outcomes for First Nations people. We are taking action in fundamental areas like employment and procurement, and by building strong and sustainable partnerships with First Nations organisations and communities. We are focused on working with First Nations people to improve service design and delivery, knowing that this will deliver better outcomes for all of Queensland.

We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, diverse cultures and backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ identities, and all age groups and genders to apply.

How to apply

To be considered for this exciting opportunity click 'APPLY" now to submit your:

• Covering letter outlining your experience
• Current resume

To view a position description please visit our website https://www.racingqueensland.com.au/careers-training/careers/current-vacancies

If you have any questions about the position, please email People and Performance:

Applications close midnighton 10 March 2024.

Please note the following conditions apply:

• May be required to work on weekends and extended hours when reasonably required.
• Must hold a current drivers licence.
• Intrastate and/or interstate travel may be a requirement.
• May be required to undergo a criminal history check.
• Must have the right to work in Australia.
• Understanding/passion/willingness to learn about the sport of racing and nuances associated with the industry