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Not sure if anything has happened to Stef Gamble.
I nominate Tinned
SG works for Trivela now rather than WFC
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Heard a rumour JWB had applied for the post with RW as his assistant
Could this be a sign that Pomlett is eventually going to be eased out of the day to day stuff.
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Gamble is Group Finance Director and so still looks after Walsall.
Interesting to see if this is an actual Board appointment or just Called a âFinance Directorâ.
Yeah under the Trivela umbrella I assume for all the clubs they own/overall business, this role is specific to WFC
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What exactly does a finance director do @OldPenkSaddler ?
He tells you to do one when you ask for an increase in salary.
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I didnât realise they had actually left 
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I imagine it will be a struggle to recruit a suitably qualified Finance Director if it wasnât a full Board position (it states the successful applicant would âjoin the executive management teamâ so Iâd anticipate that meant the Board but in fairness it doesnât specifically state so..)
Trivela operate a group structure, so Gamble as Group FD will oversee all of the clubs, plus potentially other Group responsibilities. He wonât be involved in the day to day at each club.
This post will be specific to Walsall (day to day) and I imagine will sit at Board/Exec Committee level within Walsall FC, but wouldnât sit at that level within the Trivela Group. To be honest Iâd be surprised if Pomlett even has that luxury.
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Full Job Description for those thinking of applying.
Hours: 37.5 per week usually worked Monday to Friday
Salary: Competitive and commensurate to the role and experience
Application Deadline: Sunday 17th August 2025
The Finance Director will be responsible for overseeing all financial activities, and ensuring the financial health, of the Club. The successful candidate will also work closely with the Ownership Groupâs Vice President of Finance to ensure all group wide financial objections are achieved.
This role sits on the Clubâs Executive Management Team (EMT) and the holder is responsible for driving performance across the division, and supporting other functional areas in driving their performance, in order to meet the Clubâs annual and long term financial and service/experiential goals. These will be clearly defined as KPIâs and Strategic Drivers, which will be outlined, and the EMT jointly responsible for delivering against and in excess of these.
As a member of the EMT, the Finance Director also contributes to, and drives, the clubâs long term culture, planning and organisational development.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
- Lead the Clubâs finance and payroll departments, driving high performance and continuous improvement
- Prepare and monitor annual budgets alongside the CEO and Group VP of Finance
- Oversee monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and daily cash flow management
- Manage all EFL financial reporting requirements, including FFI, SCMP, and EPPP submissions
- Ensure statutory audit, tax compliance, and regulatory adherence (FCA, PCIDSS)
- Manage relationships with banks, HMRC, local authorities, insurance providers, and pension schemes
- Oversee trademarks, licensing, and financial aspects of the Clubâs operations
- Inspire and lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Collaborate with Commercial, Operations, and Experience & Engagement Directors to meet financial targets
- Champion the Clubâs values, culture, and community role
- Lead performance management, staff development, and wellbeing initiatives within the finance function
ABOUT THE CANDIDATE
Person Specification:
Essential:
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
- Proven senior finance management experience, ideally within a similar-sized organisation
- Strong leadership and team management skills, able to inspire diverse teams
- Excellent interpersonal skills and collaborative working style
- Ability to work flexibly under pressure and problem-solve with initiative
- Experience managing finance teams and driving operational efficiencies
- Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and EDI principles
- Willingness to engage in continuous professional development
Desirable:
- Previous experience in the football industry with a solid understanding of EFL reporting requirements
Safeguarding & Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI):
- To adhere to safeguarding and child protection policies, ensuring the welfare of children and young people.
- Behave inclusively and respectfully, reflecting the positive EDI values of the Club.
- All employees must undergo suitable DBS checks through the Club.
And all for minimum wage eh ⌠
Only kidding.
Good to see we are trying to get someone in to concentrate soley on us as a club, rather than SG looking over all the multiclubs.
The club has to comply with anti-discrimination legislation, so itâs not mentioned in the job description but the successful applicant will either have to be called Ben, Mat(t) or Sadler.
It gets confusing otherwise.
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If your nameâs Mat Boycott you wonât need an interview.
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Not even a mock one?
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Might be required on the turnstiles 
There might be a job in HR available soon!
Iâm sure that the Trivela board make plenty of financial objections, but making it a KPI might be taking things a bit too farâŚ
Attention to detail not required.
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Hunting for new ways of increasing finance desired