What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Operations Analyst position at FloSports, Inc.?
Job Description
Job Description
FloSports is a world-class sports media company strategically positioned to be the essential destination for passionate sports fans, delighting them with live event coverage, breaking news, highlights, stats, rankings, and team and player profiles. We are growing Our Sports every day by continuing to invest in our ever-expanding ecosystem, which consists of over a dozen sport verticals and hundreds of streaming partners. FloSports is creating the home for college conferences / leagues and sports like grappling, hockey, track & field, racing, cheer, wrestling, and more, and we are looking for innovative and passionate people like you to help us!
THE ROLE :
FloSports is looking for a Business Operations Analyst to play a critical role in driving the organization’s operational processes, improving efficiency and spearheading critical change projects. Based in Austin, Texas, this role will focus on analyzing, reviewing and optimizing performance and partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of key business objectives.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Analyze data, track progress and provide insights on operational processes, budgets and key performance indicators (KPIs)
Create and maintain business reporting, dashboards and documentation for key stakeholders
Drive planning, collaboration and implementation for cross-functional projects and initiatives
Streamline operational budget analysis and accrual recognition processes
Partner with senior leadership, departments and subject-matter experts to deliver business reviews
Support finance and accounting team workflows, bridging gaps between tactical and business teams
Shepherd and strengthen the deal to delivery process across the organization
Operationalize media rights and live production team processes and needs
Identify areas with opportunities for improvement and / or automation, recommending changes for optimization, efficiency and cost-effectiveness
Help standardize operations across business departments and verticals, building and maintaining strong relationships with cross-functional teams
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, operations management, finance or a related field
3 years of experience in business operations, analysis, finance, corporate development, strategy or a similar role
Financial acumen and understanding of budgeting principles
Experience managing projects, timelines and resources across various departments and / or stakeholders
Proficiency in data analysis tools, business intelligence tools and reporting software (Salesforce, Domo)
Deep familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Google Suite
Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting data and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities with a curious eye for operational optimization
Ability to work autonomously, across multiple tasks and through ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
BONUS :
Ability to build, maintain and understand basic financial models
Background in live event production, planning and logistics
Proficiency in SQL
Experience in sports media, especially video streaming and OTT
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY :
At FloSports, we are bonded by our passion for sports and our purpose to unite communities around experiences that finally give underserved sports the love they deserve. We recognize the need to build a company that seeks out, embraces, and celebrates our individual differences, ideas, and talent. FloSports is committed to the pursuit of a fair, equal and inclusive workplace where everyone is given the opportunity to grow to their fullest potential.
OUR BENEFITS :
Recognized three years in a row as a Top Workplace by the Austin-American Statesman
Flexibility at work - you can take control of your profession and personal schedule
All-hands events hosted in beautiful Austin, Texas
Annual equity awards for all top performers
Competitive and comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
Peace of mind through company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
Generous 401(K) company match vested immediately
Progressive parental leave policies
Flexible paid time off
Hack-a-thons and a full calendar of team-building and social events
Company donation to youth teams and leagues that our employees coach
Stocked snack bar, catered lunch and breakfast tacos every week
