Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis

Horizon Media•New York, NY

23h•$110,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Horizon Media, founded in 1989 by Bill Koenigsberg, is recognized as one of the most innovative marketing and advertising firms. We are headquartered in New York City, with offices in Los Angeles and Toronto. A leader in driving business solutions for marketers, Horizon is known for its highly personal approach to client service. Renowned for its incredible culture, Horizon is consistently named to all the prestigious annual Best Places to Work lists published by Fortune, AdAge, Crain’s New York Business and Los Angeles Business Journal. Together we are building a place of belonging. At Horizon, we understand the value that different perspectives can bring to our clients and culture, so we strive for an environment where our employees feel welcomed, safe and empowered. We value YOU and believe that your authentic voice and unique perspective allows us to create a more rewarding culture, and experience, together. Our simple recipe for success? We hire talented people (thinkers, doers, dreamers, makers), challenge them and give them every opportunity to grow. What You’ll Do 40% - Forecast & Analysis Prepare the annual budget and monthly projections Create detailed complex financial and analytical models to forecast and analyze revenue and operating expenses Perform detailed departmental P&L variance analyses Partner with Client Finance to ensure revenue is accurate and delivered on time for reporting in accordance with US GAAP Assist in automating standard processes and reporting to reduce reporting burden and increase meaningful/value added analyses Analyze detailed financial information along with current and past trends in key performance indicators to provide accurate and timely financial and operational recommendations for decision making purposes. 25% - Month-end close responsibilities Work closely with internal accounting team during the close process to ensure proper accruals and deferrals. Prepare monthly variance analysis as it compares to actual vs. forecast. Prepare and analyze monthly/quarterly reporting packages that is presented to executive management. 25% - Other Establish and build key relationships, including cross functional teams both within business solutions and shared services. Mentor and develop the FP&A staff Work closely with internal accounting team to provide support documentation and commentary for annual external audit requests. 10% - Perform ad-hoc analysis or special projects Supervisory Responsibilities Financial Analyst Senior Financial Analyst Who You Are Be an innovator and can drive change Completing tasks on a timely basis and keeping team aware of status of tasks Solid communication skills and be able to work with all members of the organization and all levels of management Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work independently Ability to research and analyze, problem solve, and offer insights and recommendations Maintain a positive attitude and be able to adapt to changes

Requirements

Be an innovator and can drive change
Completing tasks on a timely basis and keeping team aware of status of tasks
Solid communication skills and be able to work with all members of the organization and all levels of management
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work independently
Ability to research and analyze, problem solve, and offer insights and recommendations
Maintain a positive attitude and be able to adapt to changes
Bachelor’s degree in Finance / Accounting
6+ years of experience in financial analysis/reporting, including ad hoc reporting, variance analysis and budgeting
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Must be an analytical and critical thinker with the ability to dig deep into the details but present high-level findings to management
Exceptional MS Excel skills
Detailed oriented and can multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work within a team environment
Be proactive and self-motivator with the ability to learn quickly
Strong understanding of accounting concepts, US GAAP and applications
Demonstrate strong knowledge and application of financial and accounting principles to ensure decisions are fiscally sound and responsible.

Responsibilities

Prepare the annual budget and monthly projections
Create detailed complex financial and analytical models to forecast and analyze revenue and operating expenses
Perform detailed departmental P&L variance analyses
Partner with Client Finance to ensure revenue is accurate and delivered on time for reporting in accordance with US GAAP
Assist in automating standard processes and reporting to reduce reporting burden and increase meaningful/value added analyses
Analyze detailed financial information along with current and past trends in key performance indicators to provide accurate and timely financial and operational recommendations for decision making purposes.
Work closely with internal accounting team during the close process to ensure proper accruals and deferrals.
Prepare monthly variance analysis as it compares to actual vs. forecast.
Prepare and analyze monthly/quarterly reporting packages that is presented to executive management.
Establish and build key relationships, including cross functional teams both within business solutions and shared services.
Mentor and develop the FP&A staff
Work closely with internal accounting team to provide support documentation and commentary for annual external audit requests.
Perform ad-hoc analysis or special projects