Head of Commercial Finance

Head of Commercial Finance

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play online social games.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Finance team in Sydney and are currently looking for a Head of Commercial Finance to join the team. 

The purpose of this senior role is to be the financial leader of the core business. This will include partnering closely with product, marketing and operational leaders who run the social plus brands day to day, giving them the financial insight to make better commercial decisions, hold performance to plan, and manage costs with discipline.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Owning monthly financial performance reporting and developing granular, product-level P&L views across our social games portfolio to explain the commercial story behind the numbers to executive leadership.
• Leading the end-to-end annual budget and rolling forecasting processes, including producing scenario models to evaluate the impact of evolving market and regulatory conditions.
• Providing commercial finance analysis to support key business decisions, including pricing, promotional strategies, market expansions or exits, and platform investments.
• Own the operational cost base for the core businesses, partnering with functional leaders to understand cost drivers, identify efficiency opportunities, and hold costs to plan.
• Coach, develop and mentor direct reports.
• Communicate an inspiring vision to the team, including role modelling the competencies and behaviours expected of a high performing team. 

What you will bring to the role:

• 10+ years in Finance with strong FP&A and/or commercial business partnering experience in complex, high growth environments. 
• CA, CFA, CPA or equivalent,
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Commerce, Economics or a related discipline. 
• Demonstrated experience owning a full budget and forecast cycle from end to end for a significant and profitable business unit. 
• Experience partnering with non-finance business leaders in marketing, product and operations with the strong ability to translate financial complexity into clear commercial language is a must. 
• Experience in fast paced industries where revenue is driven by customer acquisition and retention economics is highly desirable. 
• Experience in digital-centric, product-monetisation businesses, such as online subscription services, e-commerce, or online gaming is highly desirable. 

About VGW

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play online social games.

Our high-quality, acclaimed brands include Chumba Casino, Global Poker and LuckyLand Slots, which are enjoyed by millions of players in North America.

Our games are based on a freemium model, meaning they are available to play at no cost, but include optional in-game purchases to enhance gameplay. We also offer sweepstakes promotions where players can collect free entries for the chance to win real-world prizes.

At VGW, one of our core values is “our players come first”. This means always striving to deliver a safe, responsible and positive player experience.

Why VGW?

At VGW, we’re more than just a team. We’re a diverse and inclusive group of individuals, each playing a vital role in our success.

Our core values are clear and strong; we win together, do what’s right, put our players first and are powered by passion.

We believe in our people and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, inspired, and supported. We recognise that life is more than just work - that’s why we’re all about flexibility so you can strike a healthy balance between your personal life and career. We’re also here to champion your growth in your current role and future aspirations, providing opportunities for learning and career advancement. And to top it off, we back this all up with competitive compensation, perks and benefits.

But it’s not all business. We inject fun into the workplace, celebrate together and create lasting memories, from a mix of in-person and online events, to social gatherings and much more.

It’s our combined skills, ideas and visions that drive us forward. Join us on this exciting journey, and together, we’ll achieve remarkable things.

If you want to join a team that does things differently, apply today - we look forward to seeing what you can bring to our team.

Find out more at www.vgw.co

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