Senior Financial Analyst, Newsroom Finance at The New York Times

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Media, JournalismIndustries

Requirements

  • 3 or more years of experience in financial analysis, investment banking or consulting
  • Experience mining and manipulating data, identify and analyze trends, indicators and plans
  • Mastery of Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets and Google Slides
  • Experience building complex financial models

Responsibilities

  • Help guide the newsroom's annual strategic planning and budgeting process
  • Prepare quarterly forecasts
  • Develop analyses to forecast future needs and assess availability of resources
  • Prepare important reporting on the newsroom's financial and operational performance on a monthly, quarterly and ad-hoc basis
  • Help create P&Ls for multiple areas of the newsroom
  • Report on spending, including in-depth analysis of budget variances
  • Communicate with departments to understand, research, and report on financial issues and make recommendations
  • Do both tactical work and set an overall strategy when working on projects
  • Partner with Newsroom Strategy on ad-hoc projects to provide analytical inputs to support decision-making
  • Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world

Skills

FP&A
Budgeting
Forecasting
Financial Analysis
P&L Management
Strategic Planning
Financial Reporting
Variance Analysis

The New York Times

Digital and print news organization

About The New York Times

The New York Times provides news coverage, analysis, and opinion pieces on various topics such as politics, business, technology, and culture, catering to a global audience. Its products include both digital and print editions, which operate on a subscription-based model, generating revenue from over 10 million paid subscriptions. The company also earns income through advertising, including display ads and sponsored content. What sets The New York Times apart from competitors is its reputation for reliable journalism and in-depth reporting. Additionally, it offers specialized services like NYT Cooking, which enhances the value for subscribers. The goal of The New York Times is to deliver high-quality journalism while adapting to the changing media landscape.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1850Year Founded
$600.2MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options
Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Legal challenges from AI companies could strain financial resources.
Internal conflicts over editorial policies may affect staff morale and integrity.
Collaborations may lead to conflicts over editorial control and revenue sharing.

Differentiation

The New York Times has won 98 Pulitzer Prizes, more than any other newspaper.
It offers specialized services like NYT Cooking, enhancing subscriber value.
The company boasts over 10 million paid subscriptions, leading in digital news.

Upsides

Increased demand for audio content boosts The New York Times' podcast offerings.
Growing interest in climate change topics can expand The New York Times' readership.
The popularity of newsletters strengthens subscriber relationships and engagement.

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