Financial Analyst
The Hachette Book Group Finance department is currently seeking a Financial Analyst to support our publishing business units and assist the corporate finance function. The successful candidate will help develop, communicate and monitor departmental budgets and forecasts and will conduct analysis to assist business partners in assessing the financial impact of business decisions.
In order to be considered, please submit both a resume AND cover letter.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in the budget and reforecast process.
- Preparing monthly profit-sharing statements as part of the month-end close.
- Analyze monthly financial results.
- Assist in developing P&L’s.
- Evaluate title acquisitions and profitability.
- Generate ad-hoc financial reports using proprietary database systems and Microsoft Access.
- Conduct analysis and prepare reports as needed.
- Assist in KPI (key performance indicator) collection and reporting.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance and/or Accounting.
- 1-2 years of financial analysis experience.
- Computer proficiency in advanced Excel (V-Lookups, Pivot Tables), Access, and PowerPoint is also required.
- Prior database experience and the ability to learn proprietary systems.
- Proven ability to manage and analyze large data sets.
- Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to deliver on numerous projects on tight deadlines with strong attention to detail and accuracy is required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills a must, due to the level of exposure to senior management.
- An interest in book publishing.
As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.
Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The compensation range for this position is $60,000. Salary can vary based on a number of factors including skills, experience, and location — talk with your recruiter to learn more. There may be times that you will be required (or requested) to work overtime due to the nature of your role or exceptional workload issues or special projects.
The following benefits are offered by the company: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, health and dependent care FSA, commuter benefit plan, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, 401(k), discretionary bonus program, PTO (15 vacation days, 2 personal days, 10 holidays and generous sick leave) and group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification, hours worked and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.