Financial Analyst

Job Description

Financial Analyst | Hearst Magazines

The Tone:
This is a hybrid full-time role at Hearst Magazines, located in New York City. Hearst Magazines is one of the world’s largest publishers, overseeing 30 iconic brands that reach over 150 million readers monthly in the United States. As a modern content company, they are driven by innovative storytelling, data, technology, and commerce. This Financial Analyst role offers meaningful hands-on experience across accounting and finance, directly contributing to the financial operations behind some of the world’s most recognized media brands, allowing you to build foundational expertise and make an immediate impact.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid New York, NY
• Pay: $66000–$70000 yearly
• Mission: This person will ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and efficiency by analyzing expenses, maintaining policies, and supporting financial controls for Hearst Magazines.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Visual Lease, financial analysis and reporting tools

What You’ll Actually Do
• Review: Review and monitor travel and entertainment expenses to ensure accuracy, compliance, and adherence to company policies.
• Analyze: Analyze T&E and operational spending trends, providing insights and identifying opportunities for cost savings and process optimization.
• Audit: Perform periodic and ad hoc audits of expense activity to support strong financial controls.
• Maintain: Maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal documentation while serving as a resource to employees on policy interpretation and compliance.
• Coordinate: Coordinate lease administration activities within Visual Lease by tracking key dates, maintaining documentation, and partnering with internal stakeholders.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, with a working knowledge of accounting fundamentals including general ledger activity, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Experience: 0+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related field, including internships or equivalent experience; familiarity with financial analysis and reporting tools.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends; excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel; strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration.
• Bonus: A self-motivated learner eager to take initiative, develop new skills, and grow professionally, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining accuracy and delivering high-quality work.