Jostens Looking for Finance Manager – SG&A at Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Full Time

JOB TITLE:

Finance Manager – SG&A

JOB TYPE:

Full Time – Hybrid

ABOUT YOU:

This role is accountable for the integrity of the company-wide financial reporting system, which includes various reporting setups, understanding & maintenance of the financial reporting hierarchy and financial system access. Key functions include report building, general ledger tie-out and financial system administration. Also, this role oversees the accounting, financial analysis and reporting for the majority of the SG&A departments across multiple business units and functions. Key responsibilities include managing the month-end close process, annual planning cycle, and periodic forecasts.

YOU HAVE:

• Technical skills. High proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel. Ability to develop enhanced systems, processes and data/workflow vision, requirements and approach based on business strategy and technology trends/best practices. Strong general business knowledge. Preferred experience/proficiency with Oracle financial system. Preferred knowledge of SAP BPC software.
• Attention to detail. Ability to prioritize and handle multiple simultaneous tasks under deadline pressure. Excellent time management and organization skills. Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks.
• Great communication skills. Ability to work effectively across multiple organizational levels.
• Experience. 8+ years progressive professional experience in Finance and/or Accounting.
• Education. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. Preferred CPA, CMA or MBA.

YOU WILL:

• Support. Manage and perform accounting and financial analytic support for business initiatives and special projects in SG&A. Includes post-analysis cost tracking & reporting.
• Update and maintain. Accounting and control functions for SG&A functions. Work with executive leadership and functional managers to present and report on variance analysis for actual vs plan/forecast results. Continued development of tools to aid in analysis of SG&A spend, including identifying and analyzing key business indicators. Manage and perform the consolidation and reporting of monthly, quarterly and annual expenses. Approve balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts as well as approve journal entries according to SOX controls. Define and establish related accounting and financial procedures and controls.
• Advise. Lead and/or participate on project teams providing related projected cost analysis, financial and other business modeling.
• Strengthen. Develop, enhance, manage and conduct the annual planning process and monthly forecasts for applicable SG&A expenses.
• Typical/expected % of overnight travel:
• Oversee. Manage all aspects of the various company-wide financial reporting systems. Establish clear internal controls for access points and administration of the various financial reporting systems, including Oracle, JFacts, Blackline and SAP BPC. Critical role to ensure the accuracy and flow of all financial data to ensure all data is captured and reported correctly for internal and external reporting purposes. Oversee key controls such as the general ledger trial balance tie out process to make sure Jostens financial systems are working correctly. Build and maintain key financial reports including the Comparative P&L file used throughout the organization. Develop and program ad-hoc financial reports as requested by executive leadership and other finance personnel to help analyze our financial performance in a meaningful and measurable way.
• Supervise. Participate in decisions related to the selection, promotion, transfer, pay and discipline of assigned personnel. Clearly communicate job duties and responsibilities to enable individuals to proceed with certainty in the performance of their positions. Monitor the work performance of assigned personnel on a continual basis; conduct effective performance reviews; take corrective action whenever necessary and, where necessary, work with HR Generalists to establish performance improvement plans. Support the development of assigned personnel’s skills and abilities, and demonstrate by personal example the desired standards of conduct (Jostens values) and work performance. Identify and resolve skill gaps and succession issues. Administer Company policies with regard to discipline, absenteeism, etc., in a fair and equitable manner, and fully document all incidents and actions taken. Involve assigned HR Generalist on compliance issues such as pay equity, equal opportunity in hiring and promotions, and proper procedures for hiring, terminations, lay-offs, etc.
• Typical/expected % of overnight travel. Travel of up to 10%.

LOVE WHERE YOU WORK:

• We care about your health. We offer competitive healthcare (health, dental, vision, coverage) in addition to voluntary benefits including home and car insurance, pet insurance, flexible spending account, amongst many more.
• We invest in your future. We offer a 401K match vested immediately.
• We believe in flexibility. We provide hybrid work options.
• We want you to unplug when needed. We believe in taking your time off without guilt, including company paid holidays.
• We care about your development. We support tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.

ABOUT US:

Celebrating 125 years of business, Jostens has been a part of local communities, working with K-12 schools, colleges and universities, teams, and affiliation groups. Representatives from Jostens touch thousands of schools and groups every day, working to make a difference with products and services that recognize accomplishments and help people tell their stories. These products, along with resources for educators, yearbook curriculum and services to help motivate and inspire like Jostens Renaissance® and Commitment to Graduate (C2G) are all designed to contribute to a positive and rewarding school experience. As a household name and leading brand in our market, we are passionate about being the most trusted partner in celebrating moments that matter. We are a mid-size company with a small company feel, allowing us to move fast and explore innovative ideas.

ALL ABOUT FINANCE:

Our Finance team combines traditional financial planning, analysis and accounting with collaborative business decision-making and strategy, directly supporting leadership in Marketing, Sales, Digital & Operations. Team members are expected to analyze data and provide recommendations across our specialized products lines including Yearbooks, Class Rings, Graduation Products and Professional Sports. Through the utilization of best-in-class technical software, such as Tableau, SAP BPC, Oracle, Salesforce, & the Microsoft Suite, you will get to play a critical role in determining financial solutions that steer our business. Our Finance team is comprised of several subgroups, including decision support, FP&A, operations and corporate, but our success is directly related to a culture of cross-team collaboration. Jostens allows for a hybrid work setting that focuses on creating professional and personal development. We can’t wait to show you what our Finance Team has to offer at Jostens!

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA):

Jostens is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please reach out to our HR team at [email protected] or (952) 830-3399.

Jostens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

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