Senior Financial Analyst Media

Senior Financial Analyst Media

We are committed to connecting Canadians through unique partnerships, our world-class network and content Canadians love-and our innovative team is growing. We are looking for dedicated team members to join our Corporate team who have a genuine passion for making positive impacts on customers and the communities where we live and work. We have a variety of business units with exciting and meaningful work waiting for you, including Communications, HR, Legal and Corporate Affairs, Supply Chain, Finance, and Real Estate. If you are considering your next step, we have exciting opportunities waiting for you. Come build a rewarding career at Rogers and be a driving force behind our success story!

As the Senior Financial Analyst, Sports & Investment in the Media Controller's Group, your primary responsibilities will include processing month-end entries and preparation of account reconciliations for the Toronto Blue Jays and Rogers' investment portfolio, preparing and assisting with quarter and year-end analysis and other various ad hoc special projects. Applicants for this opportunity must possess a professional accounting designation, analytical mind and strong interpersonal skills coupled with attention to detail and the initiative to work independently. We are looking for a talented and outgoing individual to join our team where you will have a chance to innovate, grow, build and maintain relationships at varying levels.

What you'll be doing:
• With a strong understanding of the processes, controls and accounting behind the financial documentation, ensure all journal entries are prepared, reviewed, adequately supported with backup, and posted by close deadline.
• Complete monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and develop an in-depth understanding of the related accounting with the ability to effectively document and explain the account transactions to various levels of management.
• Support the preparation and review of Toronto Blue Jays' annual audit financial statements, including notes and working papers, as required for Major League Baseball reporting and liaise with external auditors.
• Ensure accounting treatment for existing and new transactions is in alignment with IFRS.
• Support all quarter and year-end audit information requests and performance of SOX Controls.
• Prepare Media consolidated monthly balance sheet and income statement.
• Assist with the compilation and analysis of monthly and quarterly Media consolidated financial reports to Corporate (for example, preparing annual commitments, validating and reviewing financial information for completeness and accuracy and preparing various account continuities for external reporting).
• Prepare annual legal entity financial statements for tax and other reporting purposes.
• Identify areas for process improvement and works independently to resolve.
• Accounting liaison among Finance Operations and the Corporate office.
• For new initiatives and identified issues, gather the required detailed information, perform in depth analysis and proactively recommend the appropriate approach/ action to gain resolution.
• Provide GL support to Business Managers, assist with data analysis (i.e. actuals vs. budgets/ forecasts) and investigation.

What you bring:
• CPA with 3 to 4 years of experience in fast-paced, challenging accounting environment in either public practice or industry.
• Strong technical skills in IFRS and internal controls/ SOX.
• Experience preparing financial statements and notes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ease with communicating with various levels in the organization (including senior management).
• Ability to build strong relationships with business groups and other finance teams.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to effectively communicate findings from analytics.
• Strong computer skills including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Office and ERP experience such as Oracle.
• Driven, customer focused and results oriented individual.
• Ability to independently manage and organize multiple work activities in order to meet or exceed established deadlines and priorities.
• Thrives on challenges and consistently looks for innovative more efficient methods of delivering.

What's in it for you:

We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you'll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:

• Discounts: Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.
• Company matching contributions to charities you support Growth & Development Opportunities:
• Self-driven career development programs (E.g. MyPath program)
• Rogers First: priority in applying to internal roles of interest

Wellness Programs:
• Homewood employee & family assistance program
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions
• Low or no-cost fitness membership

Our commitment to the environment and diversity:
• Work for an organization committed to environmental protection
• Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.

To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 333 Bloor Street East (012), Toronto, ON
Travel Requirements: None
Background Check(s) Required: Criminal Record and Credit Check
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