Associate Business Manager - CBC Sports Presents (English services)

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At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. 
 
Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

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We are looking for an Analyst – assigned as an Associate Business Manager - to join the CBC Sports team. Reporting to the Senior Unit Production Manager, this position will be to provide support to both the Production Team and the Finance Team. This position will play a key role providing financial reporting and analysis, month end close support, budgets & forecasts, travel planning, scheduling, contracting and paying employees.

Please note that this is a 12 month contract  position. 

Main Responsibilities:

• Monitor actual costs against budget and track commitments, in conjunction with the Senior Production Manager;

• Assists in authorizing spending of production costs, create files and reports for monthly accruals and expense reconciliation;

• Assists in creating and analyzing expense reports and ensure compliance and recommend efficiencies;

• Assists in developing monthly forecasts and year-end financial projections based on current spending;

• Advises program producers on spending related to program budgets and provides recommendations on cost efficiencies;

• Assists the crew for Sport’s Productions, authorizes travel claims and ensures they comply with policy and program requirements;

• Prepare and research cost efficiency initiatives in conjunction with the Production and Business Manager;

• Creates contracts and prepare payments to freelancers;

• Prepares documentation to hire per occasion employees;

• Advises production staff on interpretation and application of CBC policies relating to Finance, HR, Business Affairs and collective agreements;

• Proposes, implements and maintains business processes with the scope of the above duties.

• Coordinates many activities related to production, including travel, transportation, craft services and catering

Qualifications:

• A university or college degree/diploma is required;

• Professional accounting designation (or currently working towards) such as CPA, CMA or CPA, CGA;

• Two years of related experience;

• Ability to use Financial systems (general ledger, resource planning);

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word);

• Experience with Oracle and LIVELINK would be considered an asset;

• Ability to adapt to constantly changing working environment and handle multiple priorities;

• Ability to work independently and the ability to work flexible hours, as required;

• Availability to work some evenings and weekends;

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;

• Ability to deal with a wide variety of people with tact and diplomacy.

• Bilingualism is an asset

What We Offer

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment that values creativity, innovation, and the meaningful contributions of every team member.

• A leadership team dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at every level of the organization.

• Opportunities for ongoing learning, skill development, and career growth.

• Access to mentorship from industry leaders, as well as opportunities to mentor and support emerging talent.

• A flexible, hybrid work model designed to promote a healthy work-life balance.

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
 

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next

step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:  

• A mandatory Criminal record check. 

• Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to [email protected].
 
You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest. In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.

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