Manager, Finance - Toronto FC

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) invites applications for the role of Manager, Finance – TFC. You will provide strategic financial leadership for Toronto FC, Toronto FC II, TFC Academy and BMO Training Grounds, guiding month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and business partnering.

You'll liaise with MLSE Finance and MLS Finance, lead operating budgets, variance analyses, and cash flow planning while ensuring accuracy of MLS league reporting and annual budgeting processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of finance experience in accounting, FP&A, or business partnering.
• CPA or MBA preferred (not required).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and monthly close across TFC and related units.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations and P&L dashboards.
• Provide strategic financial insights and business recommendations.
• Collaborate with MLSE leadership and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Excel & PowerPoint

Oracle/Hyperion

Cross-functional collaboration

Variance analysis

Education

Bachelor of Business degree

Tools

Oracle

Hyperion

Smartview

SQL

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 DescriptionIn the role of Manager, Finance – TFC, you will provide strategic financial leadership for Toronto FC, Toronto FC II, TFC Academy, and BMO Training Grounds. With dual function responsibilities for TFC’s Accounting and FP&A, you will drive month-end close, financial planning, reporting, business partnering, and operational decision support while serving as a key liaison between MLSE Finance and Major League Soccer Finance.Responsibilities:Team Operations (includes TFC, TFC II, 4 Academy teams & BMOTG)Partner with department leaders to develop, manage, and optimize operating budgets and forecasts (fiscal and calendar views)Lead monthly financial reviews and present variance analyses, key insights, risks, and opportunities to department leaders.Execute PO and invoice creation (AR), invoice coding and submission (AP), and employee expense reportsPartner closely with Front Office to assist with player compensation analyses and reconciliationsLead cash management, disbursement and reconciliation of travel petty cashMLS League ReportingOwn and oversee MLS’s yearly financial reporting (including new shift in season schedule) ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely submissionLead TFC’s and TFC II’s home game reporting & stadium settlementsOversee and process MLS monthly settlementsCoordinate ticketing projection submissions with MLSE ticketing teamSupport MLS’s annual budget, forecast and Long-Range-Plan submissions and other ad hoc league reporting as requiredPrepare monthly HST reporting to support league’s Canadian entityAssist with league audit requirements of ticketing submissionsMLSE FinanceExecute month/quarter/year-end close activities for TFC and TFC II reporting units, including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, P&L dashboards, and variance analysesManage the annual budgeting process and monthly forecasting cycle across all Team departments (fiscal and calendar views)Ensure alignment across MLSE fiscal reporting, Rogers reporting requirements, and MLS/MLS Next Pro international season reporting frameworks.Support financial analysis and preparation of quarterly board reporting & Rogers’ Monthly Business ReviewsDrive long-range financial planning and scenario analysis to support strategic decision-makingAssist with audit requirements and support annual external audit activitiesCollaborate on monthly cash flow updates and forecastingOtherPartner with TFC leadership, providing insights and recommendations to support strategic and operational decision-makingLead the TFC II ticket sales initiative and provide mentorship and guidance to the TFC x BMO Fellow on revenue objectives and initiativesCross-functional assistance with the Toronto Argonauts and other BMO Fields eventsSupport the MLSE Finance task force groupOther projects and analyses as requestedRequirements:A minimum of 7+ years of finance experience in accounting, FP&A, or business partnering rolesBachelor of Business degree required; CPA or MBA preferredAdvanced user of MS Office programs, mainly Excel and PowerPoint, and strong knowledge and experience with Oracle, Hyperion, Visual Basics and Smartview requiredExperience leading budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and business planning processesDemonstrated ability to translate financial insights into strategic business recommendations & process improvementsProven ability to provide guidance, mentorship and knowledge sharing across varying levels & cross functionallyStrong communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skillsJob Posting Compensation Range/Rate:$100,000 - $115,000We’re glad you’re here. Once you apply, we’ll follow up by email, and you can track everything in your Candidate Portal. Want instant updates? Opt-in for SMS notifications to stay in the loop.At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive organization. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. This email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.