Senior Analyst Internal Audit

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, The 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 90 years. More information is available at www.msgentertainment.com. Who are we hiring? As a member of the Internal Audit organization, the Senior Analyst, Internal Audit will work directly with the Manager, Internal Audit and Director, Internal Audit, and test internal controls over financial reporting to comply with MSG’s SOX 404 requirements. The Senior Analyst, Internal Audit will evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls and work with business process owners to remediate any control design and operating deficiencies. In addition, The Senior Analyst, Internal Audit will perform or oversee procedures to assist the external auditors with internal control matters impacting their audit of MSG’s financial statements or with any other audits of the organization’s operations.What will you do? Assess and document the design and effectiveness of key internal controls over financial reporting across various process areas, including organizing audit program steps, documentation requests of the business process owners, and supporting evidence in workpapers.Ensure documentation requests are received timely and accurately from business process owners to avoid delays in testing.Evaluate and draft control design and operating deficiencies and determine root causes to communicate findings and recommendations to management.Work with business process owners to remediate control deficiencies in a timely manner and track findings through resolution and remediation testing.Identify improvement opportunities in business processes and internal controls and provide constructive and practical recommendations that will strengthen the internal control environment.Develop and manage working relationships with key business process owners.Manage and train student associate/staff resources to ensure their work meets the standards of the Internal Audit department.Assist external auditors in their audit by providing documentation, explanations, and support as needed.What do you need to succeed?Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field of study with 2-4 years of audit or related (accounting, financial reporting) experience. Big 4 public accounting experience a plus.Relevant certification (e.g., Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Information Systems Auditor) preferred.A strong understanding of financial and operational internal controls; baseline understanding of IT General Computing (ITGC) controls.Ability to critically analyze and assess the adequacy of internal controls and opportunities for process improvements.Knowledge and experience with the requirements of SOX 404 and internal controls over financial reporting.Strong communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation).Strong project management and organization skills.Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and professional skepticism.Self-driven, motivated, and able to work both independently and in a team environment.Demonstrates high professional ethics and dependability.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.Pay Range$75,000—$110,000 USDAt MSG, we recognize the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward. We are proud to offer a robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers. Growth and longevity for our employees are top priorities here.We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law mandates, MSG complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations and will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required.