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Company DescriptionAt 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 DescriptionAs the Director of Financial Reporting & Controls at MLSE, you will lead the financial reporting process to ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS standards. You will oversee internal controls, manage external audits, provide strategic financial guidance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Developing and mentoring a team of finance professionals will be crucial to support the organization's financial reporting objectives, while also overseeing MLSE’s Treasury & Cash Management, foreign exchange program, Canadian and US Tax, and Enterprise Risk & Insurance teams. Financial Reporting: Develop monthly and quarterly reporting packages Prepare annual financial statements Provide guidance on accounting issues and compliance Lead year-end audit process Treasury, Cash Management and Foreign Exchange: Support liquidity management Oversee daily cash balances and debt positions Ensure compliance with debt covenants Oversee MLSE’s hedging program Tax: Develop and implement Canadian and US tax strategies Manage tax compliance and audits Monitor changes in tax legislation Enterprise Risk and Insurance: Support Enterprise Risk Management program Lead MLSE’s insurance program Capital Reporting: Oversee financial analysis and support capital process Ensure appropriate treatment of leases under IFRS 16 QualificationsNote: 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. Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.CPA designation.10+ years of Finance & Accounting experience.5+ years of team leadership experience.Sports and entertainment industry experience is an asset.Additional InformationApply by: December 4th 2024Experience the thrill of the Sports & Entertainment industry in a flexible (hybrid) work environment that supports employee wellbeing.As a part of our recruitment process AI may be utilized to: screen applications, assess qualifications, and enhance candidate selection. We remain committed to ensuring a fair and equitable hiring experience for all candidates.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 difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [email protected]. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered. 

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Company 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

As the Director of Financial Reporting & Controls at MLSE, you will lead the financial reporting process to ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS standards. You will oversee internal controls, manage external audits, provide strategic financial guidance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Developing and mentoring a team of finance professionals will be crucial to support the organization’s financial reporting objectives, while also overseeing MLSE’s Treasury & Cash Management, foreign exchange program, Canadian and US Tax, and Enterprise Risk & Insurance teams. 

Financial Reporting: 

  • Develop monthly and quarterly reporting packages 
  • Prepare annual financial statements 
  • Provide guidance on accounting issues and compliance 
  • Lead year-end audit process 

Treasury, Cash Management and Foreign Exchange: 

  • Support liquidity management 
  • Oversee daily cash balances and debt positions 
  • Ensure compliance with debt covenants 
  • Oversee MLSE’s hedging program 

Tax: 

  • Develop and implement Canadian and US tax strategies 
  • Manage tax compliance and audits 
  • Monitor changes in tax legislation 

Enterprise Risk and Insurance: 

  • Support Enterprise Risk Management program 
  • Lead MLSE’s insurance program 

Capital Reporting: 

  • Oversee financial analysis and support capital process 
  • Ensure appropriate treatment of leases under IFRS 16 

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. 

  • Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.
  • CPA designation.
  • 10+ years of Finance & Accounting experience.
  • 5+ years of team leadership experience.
  • Sports and entertainment industry experience is an asset.

Additional Information

Apply by: December 4th 2024

Experience the thrill of the Sports & Entertainment industry in a flexible (hybrid) work environment that supports employee wellbeing.

As a part of our recruitment process AI may be utilized to: screen applications, assess qualifications, and enhance candidate selection. We remain committed to ensuring a fair and equitable hiring experience for all candidates.

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 difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [email protected]. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.