Director, Financial Analysis (Hybrid)

Penguin Random House is seeking a highly skilled, curious, and motivated Director of Financial Analysis to support the Vice President, Worldwide Reporting & Planning. This role will be instrumental in assisting with international reporting, consolidation, and analysis, as well as collaborating with colleagues across 11 territories and 20 countries, and the Bertelsmann corporate center.

Responsibilities:

- Assists in the preparation of international financial reports and consolidation of data from various territories.

- Conducts strategic analysis to support decision-making processes and long-term planning.

- Collaborates with international colleagues to gather and analyze financial data.

- Provides insights and recommendations based on financial analysis to drive business performance.

- Supports the VP in preparing presentations and reports for senior management and stakeholders.

- Assists in the development and implementation of financial models and forecasts.

- Monitors and analyzes key performance indicators and financial metrics.

- Ensures compliance with corporate reporting standards and guidelines.

- Analyzes working capital management, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory management.

- Provides recommendations to improve working capital efficiency and optimize cash flow.

Please apply by January 17, 2025 and include your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and our FAQs page.

This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities, we will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our offices at 1745 Broadway, which includes the tri-state area (NJ, CT, & PA).

Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or relevant certification (e.g., CFA) preferred

- At least 7 years of proven experience in financial analysis, strategic planning, audit, or a related field

- International finance experience required

- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data

- Proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting

- Excellent communication and presentation skills

- Ability to work collaboratively with international teams

- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial software

- Knowledge of Power BI is required

- Knowledge of SAP as a user is required

- Experience in the publishing industry is a plus, but not required

- Fluency in German and/or Spanish is a plus

- Knowledge of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) requirements is a plus

The salary range for this position is $140,000 - $150,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.   

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.<http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/>

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company: Penguin Random House LLC 

Country: United States of America 

State/Region: New York 

City: New York 

Postal Code: 10019 

Job ID: 276531