What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst position at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.?
Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate audiences. The Company’s portfolio includes a collection of world-renowned venues – New York’s Madison Square Garden, Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Beacon Theatre; and The Chicago Theatre – that showcase a broad array of sporting events, concerts, family shows, and special events for millions of guests annually. In addition, the Company features the original production, the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, which has been a holiday tradition for more than 90 years. More information is available at www.msgentertainment.com.
Who are we hiring?
The Financial Analyst supports financial reporting & planning activities for the MSG Sports Teams. In partnership with the respective business leads, this role assists in the preparation of the annual budget and monthly Outlooks for certain team and business operations areas of the Sports business. The Financial Analyst assists in the preparation of various league reporting requirements for the NBA, NHL, AHL and G-League.
What will you do?
$65,000—$85,000 USD
At MSG, we recognize the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward. We are proud to offer a robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers. Growth and longevity for our employees are top priorities here.
We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. MSG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination, including considering requests for reasonable accommodations as required.
Who are we hiring?
The Financial Analyst supports financial reporting & planning activities for the MSG Sports Teams. In partnership with the respective business leads, this role assists in the preparation of the annual budget and monthly Outlooks for certain team and business operations areas of the Sports business. The Financial Analyst assists in the preparation of various league reporting requirements for the NBA, NHL, AHL and G-League.
What will you do?
- Assists in the compilation of detail for the annual budget in timely, detailed manner.
- Prepare detailed analysis of monthly results and variance reporting to the business groups. Attend meetings to review and discuss the results and inform real time projections. Requires a deep and detailed understanding of the business through continual communication with department staff.
- Assist Sports business staff to troubleshoot / navigate through finance or accounting questions, concerns, or system questions.
- Assist in the completion of detailed forecasts and monthly outlooks.
- Responsible to work closely with Teams Accounting to ensure accurate reporting of Revenues, Expenses and Balance Sheets Accounts for the teams.
- Assist in completion of all NBA, NHL, G-League and AHL financial reporting packages and surveys.
- Assist with special projects and financial analysis and modeling.
- At least 1 Year of experience and a Bachelor’s degree required (in Finance / Accounting preferred), CPA a plus but not required
- Must have advanced Excel skills while experience in Oracle and Hyperion applications is a plus.
- Advanced analytical, accounting, and financial skills are required.
- Experience in budgets, forecasts and monthly analysis reporting and monthly closes.
- Must be able to work with various operating groups and assist the Accounting Department at month-end.
- Communication Skills – must present themselves in a professional manner and communicate regularly with executives in multiple divisions as well as outside the company.
- Demonstrated flexibility – must be able to juggle various projects and be willing to change projects as needed.
- High Energy and Commitment – must display a positive, confident assertive personality and be able to work on projects until completion.
$65,000—$85,000 USD
At MSG, we recognize the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward. We are proud to offer a robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers. Growth and longevity for our employees are top priorities here.
We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. MSG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination, including considering requests for reasonable accommodations as required.
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000