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 Finance Manager is responsible for financial planning, analysis and reporting activities for MSG Sports. This individual will help coordinate the preparation of annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and management reporting packages for certain areas of the Sports business while partnering closely with business leads to ensure accurate financial insights and variance analysis. The Finance Manager assists in the preparation of various league reporting requirements for the NBA, NHL, AHL and G-League.
What will you do?Assist with compiling the annual budget and long-range planning, ensuring accurate inputs in financial planning tools in a detailed and timely manner.
Collaborate with the Accounting team during month-end close process to ensure activities are accurately recorded and aligned with management reporting
Prepare analysis of monthly results and variance reporting packages. Requires a deep and detailed understanding of the business through frequent communication with business leads.
Assist in the completion of detailed forecasts and monthly outlooks.
Develop and enhance financial reporting capabilities and scalable FP&A processes
Assist in completion of all NBA, NHL, G-League and AHL financial reporting packages and surveys.
Assist with special projects / ad hoc requests assigned
- Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. CPA or MBA a plus, but not required
5–7 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in sports, entertainment, or media
Must have advanced Excel skills, experience in Oracle and Hyperion planning or similar financial systems.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
Strong proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and monthly analysis reporting.
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders
Demonstrated flexibility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment 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
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- CPA or MBA
- 5-7 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis
- Experience in sports, entertainment, or media
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience in Oracle and Hyperion Planning or similar financial systems
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail
- Strong proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and monthly analysis reporting
- Strong communication and presentation skills, ability to present to non-financial stakeholders
- Demonstrated flexibility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- High energy, commitment, and ability to work on projects until completion
- Ability to assist with completion of NBA, NHL, G-League and AHL financial reporting packages
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
