Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

Horizon Media•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Horizon Media is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis to join their team. This role involves assisting in the preparation of financial analysis for Horizon ventures and investment holdings, overseeing real estate strategy, and managing treasury functions. The analyst will also be responsible for updating monthly forecasts, participating in the annual budgeting process, and assisting with the creation and oversight of joint ventures and strategic partnerships. Additionally, the role requires responding to ad-hoc reporting and analysis requests from senior management.

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.
A supporter of and advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion.
3+ 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

Bachelor’s degree in accounting
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

Assist in the preparation of financial analysis on performance of Horizon ventures and investment holdings.
Oversee all facets of Horizon’s real estate strategy from lease negotiation through to managing the construction process of all buildouts.
Assist with managing team’s responsibilities on oversight of all treasury functions, including daily cash management and monitoring investments.
Update monthly forecasts, including cash, working capital and investment income, and related variance analysis as required.
Participate in the annual budgeting process for Horizon managed ventures.
Assist with oversight of team responsibilities on creation of all joint ventures and strategic partnerships.
Manage the process of diligence, implementation and post-acquisition activities to ensure new ventures integrate into Horizon’s existing structure.
Maintain primary responsibility for the oversight and management of the continued financial and operational performance of these ventures.
Respond to ad-hoc reporting, analysis and special assignment, as needed, including major requests from the VP, Investments and Acquisitions.