Finance Intern

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership; Toronto; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE) invites applications from accounting/finance students for a hands-on finance role on the MLSE finance team. You will support monthly reports, variance analyses, budgets, and forecasts, and gain exposure to Oracle ERP, tax filings, and cash reconciliations.

Work closely with cross-functional teams, attend meetings, and assist in preparing notes for boards and external audits.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution with a focus on Accounting, Finance, or a related subject area.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP’s, SUMIFs, etc.).
• An analytical approach.
• Understanding of Balance Sheets and P&Ls.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a high degree of attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and meet multiple deadlines.
• Available for regular weekday shifts during normal business hours.

Responsibilities

• Support the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team in preparing monthly reports and variance analyses to identify business risks and opportunities.
• Assist the broader Financial Planning & Analysis team with loading the annual budget & monthly forecasts into the Oracle ERP system.
• Prepare data for upload into Oracle ERP and other systems ie/ billing schedules for the Global Partnership & Suites business.
• Generate ad hoc reports and financial insights to support operational teams in data-driven decision-making.
• Attend meetings and assist with taking notes.
• Assist in entering cash transactions and month end bank and account reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of various tax filings.
• Monitor ticket sales-related deposits and process payment vouchers to be sent to the ticketing administration team.
• Perform monthly calculations and reconciliations for key accounts.
• Generate ad hoc reports and financial insights to support operational teams in data-driven decision-making.
• Review and validate key financial data for Board and Audit Committee updates to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Provide support in the coordination of external auditor requests.
• Participate in special projects as needed.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Balance sheets

Multitasking

Independent work

Education

Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Oracle ERP

Job description

Powered by Passion. United by Purpose. Build for Impact. At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we exist to deliver the ultimate fan experience by lifting trophies, spirits, and communities – united as one. We’re more than a workplace. We are a team of passionate people, boldly building the future of sport and entertainment, together. We believe in the power of play, the strength of collaboration, and the energy that comes from showing up with purpose. From the ice to the pitch, the hardwood to the digital arena, we’re proud to be the driving force behind the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), the Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto FC (MLS), Toronto Argonauts (CFL) and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (AHL), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League. We bring these teams – and world‑class entertainment – to life at our iconic venues, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. Off the field, we serve up elevated dining at e11even, Real Sports, and our signature club spaces like Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub, and Platinum Club. Through MLSE Foundation and MLSE LaunchPad, we use the power of sport to help youth facing barriers reach their full potential. Since 2009, we’ve invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities -- and we’re just getting started. This is what it means to be One MLSE: a culture where everyone plays a role, everyone belongs, and everyone contributes to something bigger than themselves. So, if you’re ready to play with purpose, grow with passion, and win as one, we’d love to have you on our team.

We know that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Even if you do not meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective, transferable skills, and lived experience may be exactly what we’re looking for.

Job Description

As part of the MLSE finance team, you will have the unique opportunity to support MLSE’s business planning, forecasting, accounting, treasury, tax, and strategic planning cycles. You will have the opportunity to work with best-in-class accounting systems and CRMS to gain firsthand experience in the Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax and Treasury Accounting functions.

• Support the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team in preparing monthly reports and variance analyses to identify business risks and opportunities.
• Assist the broader Financial Planning & Analysis team with loading the annual budget & monthly forecasts into the Oracle ERP system.
• Prepare data for upload into Oracle ERP and other systems ie/ billing schedules for the Global Partnership & Suites business.
• Generate ad hoc reports and financial insights to support operational teams in data-driven decision-making.
• Attend meetings and assist with taking notes.
• Assist in entering cash transactions and month end bank and account reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of various tax filings.
• Monitor ticket sales-related deposits and process payment vouchers to be sent to the ticketing administration team.
• Perform monthly calculations and reconciliations for key accounts.
• Generate ad hoc reports and financial insights to support operational teams in data-driven decision-making.
• Review and validate key financial data for Board and Audit Committee updates to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Provide support in the coordination of external auditor requests.
• Participate in special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution with a focus on Accounting, Finance, or a related subject area.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP’s, SUMIFs, etc.).
• An analytical approach.
• Understanding of Balance Sheets and P&Ls.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a high degree of attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and meet multiple deadlines.
• Available for regular weekday shifts during normal business hours.

Job Posting Compensation Range/Rate: $38,760.

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