Vp, Corporate Finance

Job DescriptionWho We AreHorizon Media, founded in 1989 by Bill Koenigsberg, is recognized as one of the most innovative marketing and advertising firms. We are headquartered in New York City, with offices in Los Angeles and Toronto. A leader in driving business solutions for marketers, Horizon is known for its highly personal approach to client service. Renowned for its incredible culture, Horizon is consistently named to all the prestigious annual Best Places to Work lists published by Fortune, AdAge, Crain's New York Business and Los Angeles Business Journal. Together we are building a place of belonging.At Horizon, we understand the value that different perspectives can bring to our clients and culture, so we strive for an environment where our employees feel welcomed, safe and empowered. We value YOU and believe that your authentic voice and unique perspective allows us to create a more rewarding culture, and experience, together.Our simple recipe for success? We hire talented people (thinkers, doers, dreamers, makers), challenge them and give them every opportunity to grow.What You'll DoThe VP, Corporate Finance provides critical support for the strategic growth of the company.Corporate Development:Support corporate development activities across the organization through involvement in identifying, evaluating, and executing mergers and acquisitions (M&A), partnerships, joint ventures, and other strategic initiatives.Oversee the development of financial models to evaluate potential M&A opportunities, partnerships, and other strategic initiatives.Assess the financial and operational impact of potential deals on the company's performance.Oversee the financial due diligence and post-deal integration including coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure all aspects of transactions are managed effectively.Monitor and analyze market trends and competitor activities to provide insights and recommendations to senior management.Coordinate preparation of quarterly board meetings, including collaborating with internal teams to ensure consistency in messaging, alignment with corporate objectives, and ownership of presentation materials.Prepare and distribute timely and accurate financial reports, projections, and other materials as required.Strategic Finance: Work alongside senior leadership on new initiatives and special projects by developing financial models to support strategic decision-making pertaining to long-range growth strategies.Collaborate with business leaders to develop critical business strategies and use analytical and financial modeling to translate conceptual ideas into operational business plans. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics against benchmarks.Identify opportunities for process and operational improvements and recommend financial or operational solutions.Treasury Management: Own preparation and analysis of Horizon's short and long-term cash forecasting.Oversee monitoring, reporting, and forecasting performance of the company's investment portfolios.Ensure compliance with financial covenants and debt agreements through ongoing monitoring of financial performance against covenants and managing bank reporting requirements.Cultivate and manage relationships with banking partners, financial institutions, and service providers.Stay informed about market trends, economic developments, and regulatory changes that could impact the company's financial risk exposure.Team Management & SupervisionEnsure an inclusive environment for team members to be their whole selves & do their best work.Provide ongoing, real-time, performance feedback to direct reports to ensure continued team growth.Guide team in setting goals and professional development timelines, ensure team members have challenging, level-appropriate projects and opportunities to learn new skills.Ensure team members have the support needed to achieve development goals.Active role in conversations around staffing needsPromote the work of both junior and senior team members, set a positive team environment.Preferred Skills & ExperienceBachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; MBA and/or CPA a bonus.10+ years relevant experience in Corporate Finance, transaction support, or a related finance roleSuperior analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong communication skills, both written and verbal, and ability to interact with all levels of management and external partiesAbility to handle projects with multiple workstreams and multiple stakeholdersProficient MS Excel and PowerPoint skillsDemonstrated leadership and people management skillsKnowledge of accounting fundamentals and US GAAPCertificates, Licenses and RegistrationsNonePhysical Activity and Work EnvironmentThere are no requirements for physical activity and work environment.The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.#LI-KG1#LI-HYBRID#HMHorizon Media is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.Salary Range$200,000.00 - $260,000.00A successful applicant's actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure/certifications, and equity. As an organization, we take an aptitude and competency-based hiring approach. We provide a competitive total rewards package including a discretionary bonus and a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, company paid holidays and unlimited paid time off (PTO), mental health and wellness resources, pet insurance, childcare resources, identity theft insurance, fertility assistance programs, and fitness reimbursement.SummaryLocation: New YorkType: Full time