Junior Accountant

Hamilton Sports GroupJunior AccountantBuild a strong accounting foundation with a professional sports organization supporting the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Forge FC and Hamilton Sports Group Foundation (HSGF). Location / work model | Hamilton, Ontario - on-site Team / property | Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Forge FC and Hamilton Sports Group Foundation (HSGF) Reports to | Accounting Manager Employment | Full-time - permanent Job status | Existing vacancy Schedule / travel | Monday to Friday, 9:00 a. About Hamilton Sports GroupHamilton Sports Group (HSG) brings professional sport, live entertainment and community impact together through the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Forge FC and Hamilton Sports Group Foundation (HSGF). experiences for our fans, partners and community—on game day and throughout the year. Our properties are grounded in proud histories and focused on what comes next. We are building a connected, modern organization where people collaborate across teams, use sound information to make decisions and contribute to the continued growth of our clubs and foundation, strengthening our impact in Hamilton and beyond. The opportunityHamilton Sports Group is seeking a Junior Accountant to support accurate and timely financial reporting for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Forge FC, Hamilton Sports Group Foundation (HSGF) and related operations. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you will collaborate with the finance team to complete daily accounting activities and meet recurring month-end and reporting deadlines. You will take ownership of assigned reconciliations, general ledger analysis, working papers and department reporting, while supporting treasury, banking, merchandise accounting and game-day operations. This opportunity is well suited to an organized, detail-oriented accounting professional who values accuracy, dependable follow-through and continuous learning. What success looks like· Daily treasury activity and reporting are accurate, current and fully supported, with outstanding items identified and escalated promptly.· Assigned bank, retail merchandise, food and beverage, fixed-asset and other general ledger reconciliations are completed accurately and within established timelines.· Monthly working papers and department financial reports are complete, audit-ready and delivered on schedule, with clear follow-up on discrepancies and open items. What you’ll own· Support assigned daily treasury activities and reporting, update bank activity and maintain complete documentation for cash transactions and accounting entries.· Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and investigate outstanding or unusual items to support accurate cash reporting.· Record daily retail merchandise activity and complete monthly Shopify and Erply reconciliations by comparing sales, payments, deposits and general ledger activity.· Complete assigned monthly general ledger analysis and prepare clear, well-supported working papers for review by the Accounting Manager.· Maintain fixed-asset records and supporting schedules, including additions, disposals and other assigned month-end updates.· Prepare recurring t financial reports and supporting schedules for review by the Accounting Manager.· Support HSGF 50/50 game-day operations at Tiger-Cats and Forge FC events as scheduled and assist with other finance priorities and process improvements as assigned. How you’ll workYou will manage your assigned responsibilities independently while working closely with the finance team and colleagues across the organization. about outstanding items, raise discrepancies promptly, maintain complete supporting documentation and contribute to practical improvements in finance processes. What you bring· A diploma or degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field, with a solid understanding of accounting principles. skills and the confidence to ask questions, follow up on outstanding items and raise discrepancies to the Accounting Manager.· A dependable, team-first approach and availability to support all Tiger-Cats home games and designated Forge FC home games, based on the finance team’s game-day schedule. Assets—not requirements· Previous accounting, bookkeeping, financial reporting or treasury experience gained through employment, a co-op placement or an internship. Experience with Shopify, Erply or other point-of-sale and retail merchandise systems. education and professional development. What you can expect from HSG· Hands-on experience across daily accounting, treasury, month-end reconciliations and financial reporting for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Forge FC, Hamilton Sports Group Foundation (HSGF) and related operations. benefits and a professional work environment focused on learning, contribution and growth. How to applyPlease submit your resume through the application link associated with this posting. about the next steps in the process. Please note that HSG does not use artificial intelligence to screen applicants. A place to contribute and belongHamilton Sports Group is committed to an inclusive workplace where people can contribute, grow and belong. requirements.