Hybrid Financial Analyst: Growth, Analytics & Automation

Hearst Corporation; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Wellness program

Job summary

Hearst Magazines is seeking a Financial Analyst to support accounting and finance operations, including reviewing T&E expenses, analyzing spend trends, and assisting with audits. The role emphasizes process improvement, dashboard maintenance, and policy compliance in a hybrid New York City office.

The position requires a BS in Accounting or Finance, strong Excel skills, and a detail-oriented, collaborative mindset. The opportunity offers exposure to major media brands and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 0+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data, identify trends, and communicate insights.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Self-motivated and eager to take initiative, develop new skills, and grow professionally.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with financial analysis and reporting tools.
• Working knowledge of general ledger activity, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining accuracy and delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Review and monitor travel and entertainment (T&E) expenses to ensure accuracy and policy compliance.
• Analyze T&E and operational spending trends, providing insights and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Perform periodic and ad hoc audits of expense activity to support financial controls.
• Support validation, maintenance, and enhancement of T&E dashboards for data accuracy and usability.
• Maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal documentation; advise employees on policy interpretation and compliance.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests, including SOX control support and annual compliance sign-off processes.
• Coordinate lease administration activities within Visual Lease; track key dates and document with internal stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes through automation and AI-enabled solutions; contribute to special projects across accounting, finance, and operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Hearst Magazines is seeking a Financial Analyst to support accounting and finance operations, including reviewing T&E expenses, analyzing spend trends, and assisting with audits. The role emphasizes process improvement, dashboard maintenance, and policy compliance in a hybrid New York City office.

The position requires a BS in Accounting or Finance, strong Excel skills, and a detail-oriented, collaborative mindset. The opportunity offers exposure to major media brands and cross-functional teams.