Senior Manager, Finance

Sony Music Global Job Board•Toronto, ON

11d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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