Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Maple Leaf Sports + Entertainment Partnership; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis, where your expertise will drive financial strategy and support key operational decisions. This dynamic role involves collaborating with various departments, leading financial analysis, and managing the planning environment using advanced tools like Oracle EPM. You'll be at the forefront of exciting projects, providing insights that enhance the fan experience across multiple venues. If you're ready to take your career to the next level in a vibrant and inclusive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of accounting/analysis experience required.
• Postgraduate degree in Finance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial analysis and management for Marketing and Digital departments.
• Support budgeting and forecasting for cost centers and projects.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Reporting

Microsoft Excel

Oracle EPM

Team Collaboration

Presentation Skills

Education

Postgraduate Degree in Finance

CPA Designation

Tools

Oracle EPM

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of North America’s leading providers of exceptional fan experiences. We are the parent company of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association’s Toronto Raptors, Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), 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.

MLSE owns and/or operates all the venues our teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. We also provide fans in Toronto with incredible live music and entertainment events, as well as exceptional culinary experiences through our restaurants (e11even and RS) and clubs (Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub and Platinum Club). Through MLSE Foundation, we have invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities since 2009 and with MLSE LaunchPad, we provide a place where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential.

We achieve all of this through our Common Purpose - to unite and empower our employees to create extraordinary moments for our fans and each other. Come be a part of the team.

Job Description

In the role ofManager, Financial Planning & Analysis, you will play a pivotal role in organizational planning of the Marketing and Digital departments by leading day-to-day financial analysis and management of the planning environment. You will solidify external relationships and support Operating Managers, as well as the Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Operating Officer, with departmental reporting and analysis. You will also take a leadership role related to our Fan Access project, and with planning activities as it pertains to our system (Oracle EPM).

Support operating teams at Scotiabank Arena, Coca Cola Coliseum, and BMO Field, including:

• Supporting the Directors and Executive team with business decisions.
• Acting as a liaison between operators and the greater Finance team.
• Full-year budgeting and forecasting for both cost centers and the Fan access project.
• Act as liaison between the FP&A team and system admin team, helping to set the team up for planning cycles.
• Take on a leadership role in managing key functions related to the planning environment.
• Providing monthly financial analysis and reporting, along with special ad hoc requests.
• Perform analysis related to new investmentsor future investments.
• Input and review of planning data in Oracle Enterprise Planning and Budgeting Cloud Service (EPBCS).
• Carry out game-day and other league reporting requirements.
• Board of Directors reporting preparation and support.
• Participating in special projects and other fun and exciting programs as they are presented.

Qualifications

Note: Before reviewing the qualifications listed below, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described and have other relevant expertise and experience. We invite you to please share this with us in the "Message to the Hiring Manager" section of our online application.

• You have a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant accounting/analysis experience.
• You have earned a postgraduate degree or diploma, preferably in a Finance-related subject area.
• You have solid skills in financial analysis and reporting.
• You are working toward or have completed your CPA designation.
• You have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word).
• You possess applied knowledge of Oracle major accounting and reporting software or have the ability to learn new software and systems.
• Your ability to work as part of a team and independently makes you an invaluable member of any team.
• You possess a knack for grasping and assessing details while maintaining big-picture thinking.
• Your outstanding people, presentation, and interpersonal skills make you fun and engaging to work with.
• Your preference for a multifaceted and fast-paced environment makes you an outstanding fit for this role with MLSE.
• You have flexibility to work evenings/weekends when timelines get tight, and we're in a pinch.

Additional Information

Apply by: May 11, 2025

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have diftficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email[emailprotected] .Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.