Join the newest addition to the WNBA family as we bring professional women’s basketball to Canada! The Toronto Tempo is the WNBA’s 14th franchise and first Canadian team set to tip off in May. Our team is dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence both on and off the court. We are committed to empowering our players, engaging our fans, and making a positive impact in our community. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Accountant reporting to the Director, Finance to join our team.

Job Summary:

The Senior Accountant will support with Director, Finance with key components of the full-cycle accounting process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting to various stakeholders for the Tempo organization. Attention to detail and strong analytical skills are essential, as this role involves ensuring accuracy in financial records, identifying discrepancies, and supporting data-driven decision-making.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Full Cycle Accounting Processes Coordinate and execute key components of the financial close process, including the preparation of journal entries (accruals, prepaids, payroll support, etc.) Own preparation of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely resolution of reconciling items. Track and manage close timelines and deliverables. Record and track fixed assets, including depreciation and disposals.

Audit and Compliance Participate in year-end closing, prepare year end external audit schedules, and respond to various queries and requests from external auditors. Support the year-end audit process and address external auditor requests.

Process Improvement and Controls Collaborate with different business units to analyze and explain significant account variances. Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and strengthen internal controls. Support development and documentation of accounting policies and procedures Support with special projects and perform ad-hoc analysis as needed.

Cross-Functional Collaboration Work collaboratively with marketing, sponsorships, and operations departments to ensure accurate and timely financial data collection and reporting. Ensure ongoing communications with various departments to ensure all budgets are accurate.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required. 5+ years of accounting/finance experience required. Completed CPA designation or in progress is required. Strong understanding of financial systems, such as D365 BC considered an asset. Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite preferred.

Required Key Competencies:

Confidentiality – ability to keep confidentiality and to practice discretion. Adaptability – flexible in the face of change, maintains a positive demeanor, can handle conflicting priorities without loss of composure. Organization – can plan and schedule activities and workload optimally. Proactivity – can foresee multiple outcomes and acts to prevent problems. Communication– listening skills, oral and written verbal skills; telephone and email. Service Driven – interacts positively with executives, clients, customers, guests, and peers. Business Acumen – understands the business needs of the end users and uses this understanding to anticipate needs. Team Player - handles responsibilities well as part of a group and when solely responsible for a task or outcome. Judgement - able to make reasonable decisions as needed in the absence of direction, refers problems/issues to another appropriate person in a timely manner, can be trusted to work without constant or direct supervision.

Why Join Us:

Be a part of the historic launch of the first WNBA team in Canada. Work in a dynamic and supportive environment with opportunities for growth and development. Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to make a significant impact on the growth of women’s sports in Canada.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant portfolio materials as one file via LinkedIn. We are accepting applications until Monday July 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM EST.

The salary range for the Senior Accountant role is between $80,00 - $85,000 CAD annually based on candidate skillsets.

All applications submitted to the Tempo are always reviewed in detail by our HR team. In certain aspects of the hiring process artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used, specifically for resume screening. These tools support our team and are used to help bring relevant criteria to the foreground and do not replace human judgment. We are committed to using AI responsibly, fairly, and in compliance with applicable employment and anti-discrimination laws. We regularly review these tools to help prevent bias or discrimination.

Toronto Tempo is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable laws.