Financial Analyst
iHeartMedia Markets
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The audio revolution is here and iHeart is leading it! From broadcast radio to digital streaming radio to podcasting, audio continues to grow and iHeart, which reaches 90% of Americans every month, is the #1 audio company in America across every one of those platforms.
We’re the home of many of the country’s most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers; we build important connections with hundreds of communities across America;
we create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America; and we have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio, from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting.
Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio : iHeartMedia.
If you’re excited about this role but don’t feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.
At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!
What We Need :
Provides financial planning and analysis.
What You'll Do : Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Designs, implements and provides products, programs, projects, processes and policies in support of the Financial Planning and Analysis function.
- Provides financial services and consulting at the corporate, business unit and / or market level; performs analysis and interpretation of financial and other data;
directly supports the CFO and Director of Finance team.
- Forecasts, analyzes, and evaluates financial plans and budgets; develops recommendations to achieve financial objectives.
- Participates in expense forecasting and actuals process, including research and communication of variances, quarterly earnings, press release support, and competitor analysis.
- Analyzes and reports on results of various requests for proposals (RFPs) and programs to include total cost modeling, and prepares cost benefit analysis (CBA) recommendations.
- Prepares forecast results commentary; compiles consolidated expense actual and forecast reports for distribution to appropriate leadership.
- Analyzes trends, researches issues and responds to inquiries.
- Contributes to the development of best practices for company.
- Participates in and leads financial variances for forecast, budget and monthly close packages.
- Acts as point of contact for programming, responsible for understanding detailed financials, key variances and identifying risks / opportunities to the business
- Builds process improvements that identify and track key operating metrics that can be leveraged to develop planning tools.
- Creates financial models to support P&L forecasting, annual budgeting process, and evaluation of strategic business decisions.
- Interfaces with business, finance & sales leads, accounting partners and IT to ensure accurate data and information gathering.
- Performs analysis / deep dives on profitability, revenue trends and other periodic ad-hoc analytical projects.
- Performs ad hoc research as necessary; prepares and presents comprehensive evaluations, proposals and recommendations to appropriate leadership.
- May assist with annual update of long range forecasts.
- May manage budgeting process including preparation of templates, coordination of budget meetings, entering budget information into appropriate systems and preparation of presentation materials.
- May develop spend profiles and any performance to business requirements.
- May be responsible for training and / or acting as the lead for lower level positions in the group.
What You'll Need : Qualifications
Qualifications
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite; advanced skills in Excel with a focus on speed and efficiency
- Experience with accounting software, , Thinkcell, VB and SQL, or ability to learn new systems quickly
- Knowledge of FCC rules
- Self-starter, can work independently under minimal supervision
- Highly detail oriented, with strong attention to accuracy
- Excellent planning and organization skills; can multitask and prioritize workload under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- High degree of quantitative, analysis, problem-solving and decision-making skills; critical thinker
- Stress tolerance, can maintain composure when faced with difficult situations / personalities
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills; professional and confident demeanor
Work Experience
3+ years’ analytical experience in financial planning, operations or other finance-heavy division
Education
Minimum of 4-year college degree in Accounting or Finance
Certifications
CPA a plus
What You'll Bring :
Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
Accountability for own work and desire to provide guidance to new team members
Ability to contribute to several projects at the same time under a moderate level of direction
Application of objective judgement, technical skills and prior experience to solve business problems
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including a knack for explaining complex information in a straightforward manner
Desire for continued knowledge sharing and learning
Understanding of impact of own decisions
Location :
Dallas, TX : 14001 N Dallas Parkway, Suites 200 and 300, 75240
Position Type : Regular
Regular
Time Type : Full time
Full time
Pay Type : Salaried
Salaried
Benefits :
iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce, including the following :
Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
Company provided and supplemental life insurance
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid company holidays, including a floating holiday that enable our employees to celebrate the holiday of their choosing
A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community
A 401K plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
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