Finance Manager (Reporting)

Location: Wembley Stadium, London

Contract: Fixed-term | February 2027 – Summer 2028

About UK & Ireland 2028 Limited

UK & Ireland 2028 Limited is the local organising committee responsible for delivering UEFA EURO 2028 across the UK & Ireland. We work on behalf of the five Football Associations and in partnership with governments, host cities, stadiums and delivery partners to plan and deliver the tournament safely, inclusively and to world-class standards.

About UEFA EURO 2028

UEFA EURO is one of the world’s largest sporting events. In 2028, it will be hosted across multiple cities in the UK & Ireland, requiring large-scale coordination across transport, infrastructure, stadiums and public services. UEFA owns the tournament and sets requirements; UK & Ireland 2028 Limited is responsible for delivering it locally.

The Role

The Finance Manager (Reporting) is key to the delivery of reporting obligations for internal and external stakeholders. The role will support all management accounting requirements including ongoing monitoring of quantified risk assessments and anticipated forecasts for the tournament / organisation.

This role supports the successful delivery of the UK&I 2028 Tournament through inclusive, values-driven and performance-focused contribution. The role is expected to model our organisational values: Embrace the Opportunity, Achieve Excellence, and Thrive Together.

What you’ll be doing

• Report on a circa £250m budget and contribute to a rigorous financial reporting process that meets the conditions of UEFA and Government Partner funding agreements at the same time mitigating significant risk.
• Lead on the Quantified Risk Assessment process, liaising with Finance Managers and business to ensure financial risks are continuously monitored and solutions identified.
• Identify risk areas and implement controls and reporting to mitigate them.
• Prepare ad hoc financial reporting and analysis in response to requests from across the business and Finance.
• Demonstrate inclusive behaviours that support a respectful, safe and collaborative work environment.
• Represent the values of UK & Ireland 2028 in all interactions.
• Comply with relevant processes, including safeguarding and safety.
• Build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.
• Ensure delivery against timelines, budgets and operational requirements.
• Provide direction and decision-making in a fast-paced environment.
• Create an inclusive and high-performing team culture.
• Executes additional tasks as required in order to meet the changing priorities.

What we’re looking for

Essential experience and skills:

• Professional Accountancy Qualification
• Management reporting experience
• Ability to communicate with non-financially orientated people
• Ability to work independently and prioritising the workload
• Advanced Microsoft Office
• Advanced Reporting Writing skills

Please see the attached role profile for full details

How you’ll succeed

• Adaptable – leads in complex environments.
• Catalyst – enables and motivates others.
• Critical Thinker – makes sound decisions.
• Inclusion – creates inclusive team environments.
• Performance Focus – drives results and standards.
• Positive Impact – shows resilience and solutions focus.
• Pride – sets and upholds standards.
• Relationship Manager – builds trusted partnerships.

Why apply?

We offer a competitive salary and benefits (including 25 days holiday, pension and private medical insurance), alongside the opportunity to be part of a landmark international sporting event.

Location & Working Pattern

Based at Wembley Stadium, with travel across the UK & Ireland as required.

• 2027: 3–4 days/week onsite
• 2028: Full-time onsite during tournament delivery

Application Process

Our process is designed to be clear and fair:

1. Application review.
2. Interview(s) – typically first stage via MS Teams and final stage in Wembley Stadium.
3. Offer.

We aim to keep candidates informed throughout.

Everyone is welcome

We’re hiring for excellence through inclusion

We’re building a skilled, values-led workforce that reflects the diversity of the UK and Ireland. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and don’t expect a traditional career path.

We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments—please contact careers@uki2028.com.

All roles are subject to appropriate DBS checks.