Director, Accounting

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada MLSE Full time

**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.

In the role of Director Accounting, you will be a part of MLSE’s multifaceted and engaging Finance team, reporting directly to the Vice President Financial Reporting & Controls. You will oversee the accounting function for MLSE's business operations, leading a team of accounting professionals. Beyond accounting expertise, you will be instrumental in influencing business decisions, collaborating with executives, and championing a positive organizational culture.
- Oversee the accounting function for MLSE’s business operations.
- Lead a team of 13 accounting professionals.
- Ensure timely financial close, with a high degree of accuracy, across multiple business lines.
- Ensure timely completion of month-end balance sheet reconciliations.
- Oversee accounts receivable process, with a heavy focus on timely collections.
- Work with the different lines of business to review significant account variances and acquire explanations.
- Support quarterly Audit Committee and Board package preparation.
- Contribute to and support the annual year end audit process, and contribute to the financial statement preparation including supporting information for notes.
- Provide support in the coordination of external auditor requests.
- Lead special projects and perform analysis on an ad-hoc basis.
- Lead training and support of accountants.

**Qualifications**:
- You have earned a post graduate degree or diploma in Business Administration, Finance or Commerce.
- You have a minimum of 5-8 years of relevant accounting experience.
- You are designated Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).
- You are highly analytical and detail-oriented, with a focus on continuous improvement.
- You are able to look for opportunities to simplify and automate processes.
- You have strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
- You possess a keen ability to build and lead effective working relationships with other departments.
- You demonstrate initiative and can work independently and as part of a team.
- You possess outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to independently lead and prioritize work activities and inputs.
- You have an outstanding understanding of MS Office and are a wizard with MS Excel.
- Your experience with Oracle Cloud ERP and Salesforce CRM makes you an asset.
- Your knowledge of Canada Revenue Agency’s Receipting and Books and Records rules helps you stand out from the rest.
- 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.


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