Jostens, Inc.
Sr. Financial Analyst
Jostens, Inc., Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Sr. Financial Analyst will support the planning and forecast processes as well as process improvement initiatives for the finance team and broader organization with a focus on data access, accuracy, and detail. This role will support existing models, create new ones, perform ad-hoc analysis, and support system implementation. This role is critical in planning, forecasting, analysis, and supporting the enterprise and broader finance team.YOU HAVE:Passion.
Natural curiosity to dig in and drive to follow through.Technical skills.
Broad knowledge of accounting and FP&A practices and procedures. Excellent computer skills, with working knowledge of MS Excel and experience with advanced FP&A tools like Adaptive Planning, Hyperion, BPC, Essbase, Power Query, Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau, Incorta.Attention to detail.
Ability to plan, organize and see projects to completion while managing deadlines.Strong analytical skills.
Process improvement initiatives for the finance team and broader organization with a focus on data access, accuracy, and detail.Great communication skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work effectively with all levels and functions in the organization.Experience.
5+ years’ accounting and financial analysis experience.Education.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.YOU WILL:Support.
Perform monthly and quarterly review of actual results to budget and prior year, along with related variance analysis. Support planning and forecasting processes; including updating models and making sure operational KPI’s are linked to financial results. Produce and analyze weekly key metrics for the assigned organizational segment. This includes analytical work for the business to explain impacts to plan and key projects.Improve.
Partner with finance team to enhance models and improve processes that will enable more time for analysis vs. data gathering.Help.
Support FP&A leadership in implementing a quarterly forecasting process to provide guidance and assist with strategic decisions. Quarterly forecasts and annual plan preparation. Work with cross-functional partners to create accurate and timely forecasts for the supported segment.Strengthen.
Project work including leveraging technology to improve planning, reporting and data processes, as well as identifying, summarizing, and communicating business trends. Support various business initiatives, ad-hoc projects, and other analytical work.Typical/expected % of overnight travel:
Less than one week/year =
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 over 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.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.Jostens allows for a hybrid work setting that focuses on creating professional and personal development.
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Natural curiosity to dig in and drive to follow through.Technical skills.
Broad knowledge of accounting and FP&A practices and procedures. Excellent computer skills, with working knowledge of MS Excel and experience with advanced FP&A tools like Adaptive Planning, Hyperion, BPC, Essbase, Power Query, Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau, Incorta.Attention to detail.
Ability to plan, organize and see projects to completion while managing deadlines.Strong analytical skills.
Process improvement initiatives for the finance team and broader organization with a focus on data access, accuracy, and detail.Great communication skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work effectively with all levels and functions in the organization.Experience.
5+ years’ accounting and financial analysis experience.Education.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.YOU WILL:Support.
Perform monthly and quarterly review of actual results to budget and prior year, along with related variance analysis. Support planning and forecasting processes; including updating models and making sure operational KPI’s are linked to financial results. Produce and analyze weekly key metrics for the assigned organizational segment. This includes analytical work for the business to explain impacts to plan and key projects.Improve.
Partner with finance team to enhance models and improve processes that will enable more time for analysis vs. data gathering.Help.
Support FP&A leadership in implementing a quarterly forecasting process to provide guidance and assist with strategic decisions. Quarterly forecasts and annual plan preparation. Work with cross-functional partners to create accurate and timely forecasts for the supported segment.Strengthen.
Project work including leveraging technology to improve planning, reporting and data processes, as well as identifying, summarizing, and communicating business trends. Support various business initiatives, ad-hoc projects, and other analytical work.Typical/expected % of overnight travel:
Less than one week/year =
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 over 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.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.Jostens allows for a hybrid work setting that focuses on creating professional and personal development.
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