Senior Manager, Finance Operations

Catapult is building the future of sports performance technology, with a mission to Unleash the Potential of every athlete and team on earth. We don't just work in the sporting industry; we are actively changing it. Since 2006, our solutions have been leading the way in sports performance software, science, and data, in a world where 1% can literally mean the difference between winning and losing. We work with over 5,000+ teams around the world, empowering coaches, managers and trainers in premier teams in the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, EPL, AFL, NRL, NCAA and more. We provide the information they need to optimize athletes’ health, game-day readiness, and performance, as well as in-game tactics. Catapult is a sports technology company that empowers professional teams to make data-driven decisions. We deliver health, performance, video, and AI insights from the locker room to competitive environments, ensuring every decision is an opportunity to gain an advantage, sharpen performance, and build lasting success. We Want People Who Are Passionate About Finance Operations The Senior Manager, Finance Operations is responsible for overseeing financial operations, including Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) management. Based in Boston, this role ensures efficient financial processes, accurate record-keeping, and strong collaboration between finance, procurement, and business teams to optimize cash flow, working capital, and vendor / client engagement. What You’ll Do Accounts Payable (AP) & Accounts Receivable (AR) Management: • Manage a team of 8 people (AR team of 5, AP team of 3). • Oversee end-to-end AP and AR processes, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, and payments. • Develop strategies to optimize cash flow and reduce outstanding receivables. • Monitor vendor payments, reconciliations, and dispute resolutions to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Partner with our Business Solutions team to implement automation tools to streamline AP and AR processes and reduce manual errors. • Prepare aging reports and operational performance reporting to ensure financial stability. • Streamline order to cash and procure to pay processes, ensuring efficient, well controlled workflows that align with the company’s growth and performance goals Financial Operations & Cost Control • In coordination with FP&A, manage financial transactions, expense and procurement tracking, against set financial budgets • Develop and implement strategies to optimize cost efficiency across financial processes. • Work closely with procurement and finance teams to ensure proper cashflow planning. • Analyze financial data to identify trends and provide actionable insights. • Ensure financial compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Reporting & Stakeholder Collaboration • Generate and present financial reports, including AP/AR and cashflow reports. • Collaborate with internal teams to drive financial accountability and operational efficiency. • Assist in financial audits and ensure proper documentation of financial records. • Provide recommendations to leadership on financial performance improvements and systems and process enhancements. What You’ll Need • Deep understanding of Financial operations: know what great looks like! • Hands on experience in a range of financial systems in processing transactions (preferably NetSuite & Coupa) • Experience managing teams of Fin Ops professionals (global experience a plus) • Understanding of accounting principles and unparalleled attention to detail • Strong communication skills and a bit of a flair for diplomacy What Your Success Will Look Like In 6 months you will • Have an in-depth understanding of our Financial Operations processes (both order to cash and procure to pay) • Establish trusted working relationships with a variety of stakeholders both within Finance and across the org • Understand, plan and deliver against our company goals related to Financial Operations functions In 12 months time you will • Partner with our business solutions team to make positive change in how we work (Data integration, AI, positive process and system changes) • Enhance leadership visibility into our results (in our process performance and projecting cash flow) • Enjoy your team and colleagues, feel a sense of accomplishment and look forward to what’s next! WHY CATAPULT? • We have amazing people. We promise you’ll work with some of the most ambitious, intelligent people in an exciting industry, and do some of the best work of your life. • We encourage our people to engage in constructive, open, and honest communication to make Catapult extraordinary. • We work in a collaborative yet challenging environment to consistently improve our performance, which in turn impacts our customers' performance. • Our workforce spans more than 32 countries. You'll have the opportunity to work with people from multiple nationalities and cultures, and to build your global awareness. • We value improvement and development. We are challenging ourselves to continuously grow and become a high-performance company. That means we maintain a growth mindset in everything we do, and our people are always looking for ways to improve. There is an unlimited opportunity to grow, do more, and do better. The target Total Compensation range for this position is $73,275 - $168,533 per year. This range is inclusive of base salary and a target incentive plan (which may include equity, commission, or other bonus structures). Your specific compensation within this range will be determined by factors such as your geographic location, relevant experience, and job-related skills. In addition to this compensation, Catapult also offers generous paid leave and recognized company holidays, and the opportunity to participate in our comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, and 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Whether you’re interested in sports or not, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing your work is supporting some of the most successful teams and athletes on the planet! Research shows that while men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized groups tend only to apply when they check every box. So if you have what it takes, but don't meet every single point in our job ad, please still get in touch! We would love to have a chat and see if you could be a great addition to our team. We are building the future of sports performance. Our priority is to find the brightest talent who can add to our team culture, actively contribute, and be excited about what they do. All offers of employment are subject to Catapult's positive prehire check. To find out more, please contact the Talent Partner for this role.