Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis

Horizon Media•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Horizon Media, founded in 1989, is a leading marketing and advertising firm headquartered in New York City with offices in Los Angeles and Toronto. Known for its innovative approach and personal client service, Horizon is consistently recognized on Best Places to Work lists. The company fosters a culture of belonging, valuing diverse perspectives and empowering employees. They hire talented individuals, challenge them, and provide opportunities for growth.

Requirements

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple projects and adhering to deadlines
Strong time management skills and ability to switch focus as necessary
Maintain a positive attitude and be able to adapt to changes
Self-confident and proactive in building relationships internally and externally
Strong communication skills and ability to work with all members of the organization and all levels of management
Bachelor’s degree in Finance / Accounting
1+ relevant years of accounting/finance experience, preferably with some experience in a transaction support or corporate finance role
Proficiency in Excel is a must
Knowledge of accounting fundamentals and US GAAP is a must

Nice To Haves

Experience with Great Plains or similar G/L systems a plus
Interest in the media industry is a strong plus, though prior experience is not a necessity
CPA or equivalent highly favorable, but not required

Responsibilities

Support the annual budget and monthly projections.
Assist in automating standard processes and reporting to reduce reporting burden and increase meaningful/value added analyses.
Work closely with internal accounting team to provide support documentation and commentary for annual external audit requests.
Work closely with internal accounting team during the close process to ensure proper accruals and deferrals.
Assist in preparation of monthly variance analysis as it compares to actual vs. forecast.
Perform ad-hoc analysis or special projects.