Assistant To CFO and Head Of Strategy, Sports

Job Description

Who We Are

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA's diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world's top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally.

The Role

The Assistant will provide support for two Executives in the Sports department, the Chief Financial Officer and an Executive for Global Strategy. A general interest in FP&A, as well as the Sports industry, is required to be successful in this role. In addition to general administrative duties, this role would be ideal for someone who has interest in contributing ideas and solutions to provide exceptional support.

Responsibilities
• Administrative duties include heavy phones, coordinating meetings and schedules, preparing expense reports, creating and maintaining presentations, and producing correspondence.
• Provide note taking and meeting summaries.
• Provide market research and/or adhoc analysis when needed.
• Research opportunities related to CAA clients, industry news and trends, and up and coming technology trends.
• Daily review of employee credit card usage for exceptions.
• Work collaboratively and cross-departmentally over all verticals of the agency.

Qualifications
• BA/BS from an accredited University or College preferred.
• Experience supporting a Finance executive preferred.
• 1+ years providing administrative support to a busy executive.
• A passion for sports, entertainment and emerging trends.
• Self- starter and interested in exploring new business opportunities.
• Highly flexible, highly organized and able to multi-task.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to meet deadlines, and able to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong use of PowerPoint required.
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, Outlook). Advanced proficiency in Excel is preferred.
• Team oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work on a hybrid schedule in the Los Angeles office.

Location
• This is a hybrid role, based out of the Los Angeles office.

Compensation: The base hourly rate for this position is in the range of $22.00- $26.50. This position also is eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus. Ultimately, wages may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.

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Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the ''Company'') is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employee's or their dependent's reproductive health decision making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d9y657-3-133-86-172-42 in your application.