Analyst, Corporate Finance

Job Description

Who We Are

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

The Analyst, Corporate Finance provides critical support for the strategic growth of the company. This role is pivotal in assisting with the oversight of Horizon’s investments, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships. The Analyst will contribute to the evaluation, execution, and post-acquisition management of these ventures, ensuring compliance with post-deal obligations and supporting the continuous monitoring and reporting of Horizon’s financial interests.

Corporate Development:

• Support the identification, evaluation, and execution of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), partnerships, joint ventures, and other strategic initiatives.
• Assist in the development and analysis of financial models to evaluate the impact of potential M&A opportunities and strategic initiatives on Horizon’s financial performance.
• Participate in financial due diligence and post-deal integration activities, ensuring that all transaction aspects are managed efficiently.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform strategic decisions and provide insights to senior management.

Strategic Finance:

• Assist in the development of financial models and analysis to support long-term growth strategies and strategic decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with business leaders to assist with translating strategic concepts into actionable business plans using analytical and financial modeling.
• Monitor and analyze Company key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and operational improvements, recommending solutions to optimize financial and operational outcomes.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of financial analyses on the performance of Horizon’s ventures.
• Prepare schedules, forecasts, and variance analyses to support Horizon’s post-acquisition reporting obligations.
• Support the Senior Financial Analyst in monitoring and analyzing Horizon’s treasury activities.
• Perform ad-hoc reporting, analysis, and special assignments as needed.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• 1-2+ years relevant experience in corporate finance, or a related finance role
• Detail-oriented and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to handle projects with multiple workstreams and multiple stakeholders
• Proficient MS Excel and PowerPoint skills

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

• None

Physical Activity and Work Environment

There are no requirements for physical activity and work environment.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

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Horizon Media is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.  We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, co