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?
- 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.
- Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.
What do you need to succeed?
- 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.
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Skills Required
- At least 1 Year of experience
- Bachelor's degree (in Finance / Accounting preferred)
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience in Oracle and Hyperion applications
- Experience in budgets, forecasts and monthly analysis reporting
- Strong communication skills
- Demonstrated flexibility in handling projects
- High energy and commitment to projects
What We Do
MSG Entertainment is a world leader in live entertainment, comprised of world-renowned venues and marquee brands. Utilizing our powerful assets and expertise, we produce, present, or host a variety of entertainment and sports events, delivering unforgettable experiences for millions of fans each year. Across our venues and brands, MSG Entertainment sets the standard for excellence and innovation while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate audiences. Our Company includes our portfolio of iconic venues: New York’s Madison Square Garden, The Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Beacon Theatre; and The Chicago Theatre – each a prominent destination for unforgettable experiences and events. With flexible seating capacities and configurations that range from 2,800 to 21,000, our venues enable us to showcase a broad array of compelling sporting events, concerts, family shows, and special events that cover a wide spectrum of genres. This includes at Madison Square Garden, known as “The World’s Most Famous Arena,” which serves as home to the New York Knicks and New York Rangers – two of the most recognized franchises in professional sports – and perennially hosts the biggest names in music and entertainment. MSG Entertainment also features the wholly-owned original production, the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, which has been a holiday tradition for generations of fans at Radio City Music Hall since 1933. The show’s enduring popularity is driven by the world-famous Radio City Rockettes, the longest-running precision dance company in America. More information is available at www.msgentertainment.com
