Financial Analyst

Solomon Page; New York (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Our client, a leading global entertainment company, is seeking a Financial Analyst on a 5-6 month contract to join their team in Midtown Manhattan. The role focuses on budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning with strong FP&A and analytical requirements.

Ideal candidates will manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, delivering insightful financial analyses and robust models for senior leadership. Onsite schedule is Monday–Friday, 9AM–6PM, with a lunch break.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of corporate finance, FP&A, financial planning or analysis experience.
• Media/entertainment industry experience preferred.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, modeling, and variance analysis skills.
• Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
• Experience with reporting/analytics tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Anaplan.

Responsibilities

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for assigned business areas.
• Analyze financial performance and provide insights for decision-making.
• Develop and maintain financial models, reporting tools, and ad hoc analyses.
• Monitor operating expenses and highlight risks and opportunities.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to support planning and reporting.
• Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership.
• Assist with month-end and quarter-end close activities.

Skills

Budgeting & Forecasting

Financial Modeling

Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP)

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle Fusion

Hyperion

SAP S/4HANA

Power BI

Tableau

Anaplan

Job description

Our client, a leading global entertainment company, is seeking a Financial Analyst to join their team. This is a fully onsite position based in Midtown Manhattan. The ideal candidate will have prior FP&A experience, possess strong problem solving skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities,

• Please no corp-to-corp applicants or third-party agencies. Sub-contracted candidates or candidates that require immediate sponsorship cannot be considered.

Role Overview

• Contract Role: 5-6 months
• Pay: $41-46/hr W2 (No C2C or 1099)
• Schedule: Fully onsite M-F, 9AM to 6PM with an hour of unpaid lunch

Responsibilities

• Support the budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes for assigned business areas.
• Analyze financial performance, identify key trends, and provide insights to support business decision-making.
• Develop and maintain financial models, reporting tools, and ad hoc analyses to evaluate business performance.
• Monitor operating expenses and financial results, highlighting risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to support financial planning, reporting, and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for management and leadership teams.
• Assist with month-end and quarter-end close activities, including financial analysis, reporting, and related deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in corporate finance, FP&A, financial planning, or financial analysis.
• Prior experience within the media, entertainment, or news industry is preferred.
• Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and variance analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, and other financial analysis functions.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion is preferred; experience with Hyperion or SAP S/4HANA is also highly valued.
• Experience utilizing reporting and analytics tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Anaplan, or similar platforms is preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to present financial insights to business partners and stakeholders.

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.

Opportunity Awaits.