Senior Manager, Finance at Sony Music Global Job Board

Toronto, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Aug, 26

Salary

110000.0

Posted On

03 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial planning, Financial analysis, Team leadership, Financial reporting, General ledger, Account reconciliation, Sales tax reporting, Month-end close, Budgeting, Forecasting, Corporate tax, SAP, Process improvement, Communication, Time management, Strategic planning

Industry

Musicians

Description

At Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc., we fuel the creative journey. We have played a pioneering role in music history, from the first-ever music label to the invention of the flat disc record. We have nurtured some of music's most iconic artists and produced some of the most influential recordings of all time. Today, we work in more than 60 countries, supporting a diverse roster of international superstars, developing and independent artists, and visionary creators. From our position at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology, we bring imagination and expertise to the newest products and platforms, embrace new business models, employ breakthrough tools, and provide powerful insights that help our artists push creative boundaries and reach new audiences. In everything we do, we are committed to artistic integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship. Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. is a member of the Sony family of global companies. Reports to: Senior Director, Finance Direct Reports: 2 Work Location: Liberty Village, Toronto Salary Grade: 32 Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000 CAD Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Work Arrangement: At least four (4) days/week onsite, 37.5 hours a week Job Description As a Senior Manager, Finance, you will play a key role in financial planning and analysis, while providing leadership and oversight to a team of two staff accountants. You will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations, including financial reporting, general ledger account reconciliations, sales tax reporting, Statistics Canada reporting, third-party reporting, month-end activities, and overall general accounting processes. The successful candidate will be a key business partner who collaborates with other areas of the business to support financial reporting, analysis, and key cross-functional projects. The Role The Senior Manager, Finance will: Lead, coach, and develop two direct reports (junior and mid‑level), providing clear direction, ongoing feedback, and structured review of work to ensure accuracy, accountability, and continuous skill development Set priorities, delegate effectively, and balance workload across the team, ensuring deadlines are met while supporting learning and progression appropriate to experience level Support talent development through regular 1:1s, performance coaching, and goal setting, including identifying stretch opportunities for the mid‑level role and foundational skill-building for the junior role Own and oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger management, month-end close, and balance sheet reconciliations and third-party reporting Lead planning and execution of financial activities and projects, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal controls Act as a trusted financial business partner, providing clear, user-friendly financial insights to cross-functional stakeholders Support the development, consolidation, and analysis of annual budgets and monthly forecasts; monitor variances and drivers Provide working knowledge of commodity and corporate tax matters, including compliance and reporting requirements Serve as a subject-matter expert on SAP and proprietary label financial systems, ensuring data integrity and effective use across the business Design, develop, and maintain financial queries and reporting to support business analysis and decision-making Deliver timely ad-hoc financial analysis and insights to support strategic and operational initiatives Identify and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, controls, and scalability across finance operations Support and/or lead additional cross-functional projects as required Qualifications CPA designation or completion of CPA program (final stages acceptable) 5-8 years of progressive business experience At least 2 years of proven experience leading and motivating a team, with demonstrated leadership in prior roles Strong working knowledge of SAP and financial reporting systems Working knowledge of commodity and corporate income taxes Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word) Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization Strong attention to detail with a high standard of accuracy and accountability Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to take initiative, problem-solve, and manage multiple priorities Sound judgment and the ability to balance precision with business needs in a fast-paced environment What We Give You A modern, diverse, and innovative work environment. An investment in your learning & development. An excellent range of benefits, including health and dental group insurance, life insurance, short and long- term disability plans, group RSP Pension plan, tuition reimbursement, an EAP program, and Health and Lifestyle Benefit Plan. Winter recess (office closure Christmas through New Year’s). Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse workforce. Job applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact our People Experience team. Reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis, and your request will be responded to as soon as possible. Please click here to read our Privacy Policy and here to read our Terms & Conditions.

Responsibilities

The Senior Manager, Finance will lead financial operations, including reporting, month-end processes, and budget consolidation while managing a team of two staff accountants. They will act as a key business partner to provide financial insights and drive process improvements across the organization.