Sr. Analyst, Content Finance Job at Conde Nast in New York

Conde Nast is a global media company producing the highest quality content with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers in 32 territories through print, digital, video and social platforms. The company's portfolio includes many of the world's most respected and influential media properties including Vogue, Vanity Fair, Glamour, Self, GQ, The New Yorker, Conde Nast Traveler/Traveller, Allure, AD, Bon Appetit and Wired, among others.Job Description Location:New York, NY Senior Analyst - Content FinanceConde Nast is seeking a strategic Senior Financial Analyst based in New York to provide critical analytical support and thought partnership to Conde Nast's iconic editorial brands, including Vogue, he New Yorker, GQ, Glamour, AD, Vanity Fair and Wired, among many others. This role is primarily focused on working with Editorial Leadership, Finance and Strategy teams to provide performance insights and financial analysis leading to profit accretive decision-making. Reporting to the Senior Director, Content Finance, this role will include the responsibilities of financial analysis and reporting, KPI modelling, and strategic partnership.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESFinancial Analysis and Reporting, supporting the Audio and Film / TV verticals* Analyze and explain financial and operating results against budget, prior periods and forecasts* Create and distribute monthly departmental reports, including financial operating statements, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and takeaways on operating results* Partner with Corporate Accounting during month-end close to ensure timely and accurate financial results* Review monthly general ledger to ensure correct allocations/coding of revenue and expenses* Assist with creating and updating the Company's annual budget and quarterly forecasts* Support the preparation of the Company's Long-Range Strategic Plan with financial modelsand analysis* Provide financial modelling support for a new business initiatives and other ad-hoc projectsKPI Modelling and Analysis, supporting the Global Unified KPI Program* Under the guidance of the Senior Director, Content build and maintain rigorous KPI models that determine annual targets by brand, market and metric for audience reach, engagement and monetization* Partner with Audience Strategy and Audience Development to ensure targets reflect the latest developments and strategic initiatives* Assist in creating deliverables for communication of KPI targets to editorial teams globally* Analyze and report on the impact of the Global Unified KPI Program on brand financial performanceStrategic Partnership* Provide financial modeling, financial analysis, and valuation support for a variety of special projects, business development initiatives, and internal investment requests* Provide strategic thought partnership and organizational support to critical initiatives led by the Content Finance Team, including cross-functional Quarterly Business Reviews* Develop and maintain strong relationships with various internal stakeholders across Editorial, Finance, Strategy, Commercial and Consumer teams, becoming a trusted resource and partnerDESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS* 2 - 3 years of related experience in finance, strategy or similar roles with an emphasis on financial modeling and reporting* Has a proven track record of supporting strategic thinking through financial models* Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or similar discipline with analytical bias* Highly competent user of MS Office and G Suite. Prior experience of using business insight & data visualization tools would be highly beneficial* Exceptional attention to detail and aptitude for troubleshooting data discrepancies* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous projects* Tolerant of ambiguity with the ability to break down complex problems into pieces that can be solved with data, analysis and reasonable assumptions* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to interpret and synthesize financial data in an actionable manner* Team player with demonstrated success at building strong rapport with partner teams and leadership* Ideally experience working in media and / or matrixed, global organizationsSalary Range: $70,000-$90,000What happens next? If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and we will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or upload a cover letter at any time by accessing your candidate profile.Conde Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.