Full-Time

Finance Senior Manager

Posted on 11/21/2024

FanDuel

FanDuel

1,001-5,000 employees

Fantasy sports platform for cash prizes

Entertainment
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$142k - $170kAnnually

+ Cash Bonuses + Stock Program Participation

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Category
Corporate Finance
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Financial analysis
Requirements
  • 7+ years of experience (preferably a mix of Financial Analysis/Corporate Finance and Accounting)
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, law or related field
  • Audit or assurance experience a plus, but not required
  • Exceptional organizational, communication and relationship building skills
  • Exceptional financial, analytical, and problem-solving skills with ability to distill financial data into clear and concise insights
  • Ability to manage your own workload and priorities as well as proactively identifying opportunities and enhance existing processes
  • Ability to maintain a level of professional skepticism as well as attention to detail
  • Ability to think creatively and see the big picture while maintaining laser-focused attention
  • High level of confidence, energy and the desire to work in a super-charged industry
  • Exceptional Excel skills, comfortable dealing with large data volume
  • Experience in sports, gambling, or entertainment a plus
Responsibilities
  • Serve as the finance lead overseeing design, implementation, and ongoing support of the complex contract process across the Sports organization.
  • Evaluate, interpret, and summarize Sports agreements with stakeholders to determine appropriate performance indicators, financial impacts, and reporting requirements.
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of market-access partnerships and Sports agreements and serve as a subject-matter expert across the FP&A and Accounting teams ensuring the execution of all contract nuances.
  • Support the day-to-day operations of the Sports Business Unit serving as a touchpoint between stakeholders and the broader finance organization.
  • Accountable for ensuring contract and relevant finance terms are captured as part of budgeting and forecast processes.
  • Drive improvements in operational efficiency by proactively streamlining processes and enhancing reporting and insights.
  • Address ad hoc financial analysis and regulatory data requests.

FanDuel operates a fantasy sports platform where users can join daily and weekly contests to win cash prizes. Participants create fantasy teams by selecting real players from various sports, including football, basketball, and baseball. The performance of these teams is determined by the actual statistics of the players in real games. FanDuel generates revenue through entry fees for these contests and enhances the user experience with features like live scoring updates and player news. Unlike some competitors, FanDuel focuses on a wide range of sports and contests, primarily serving the U.S. market while expanding its offerings.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$424M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

27%

2 year growth

40%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • FanDuel's expanding presence in new markets like North Carolina and Ontario offers significant growth opportunities.
  • The company's partnerships with sports teams and media channels can drive higher user engagement and brand loyalty.
  • Acquisitions like BeyondPlay can enhance FanDuel's technological capabilities, making it a more attractive platform for users.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in the online gaming and sports betting industry is intense, with major players like DraftKings and Bet365 posing significant threats.
  • Regulatory changes and legal challenges in different states and countries could impact FanDuel's operations and growth.

What makes FanDuel unique

  • FanDuel's strategic partnerships with major sports teams like the Carolina Panthers enhance its brand visibility and customer engagement, setting it apart from competitors.
  • The acquisition of BeyondPlay allows FanDuel to integrate innovative iGaming solutions, providing a more engaging user experience.
  • FanDuel's focus on regulatory compliance and strategic hires, such as the addition of E. Sequoyah Simermeyer, strengthens its position in the highly regulated online gaming market.

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