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Jostens Financial Analyst 1 in Minneapolis, Minnesota
JOB TITLE:
Financial Analyst 1
JOB TYPE:
Hybrid, Full-Time
ABOUT YOU:
This entry-intermediate level role provides key accounting and analysis support for Neff sales finance activities.
YOU HAVE:
Experience. 1-2 years of related experience.
Education. 4 year degree in Accounting or Finance.
Technical skills. Excellent technical skills in accounting, with strong systems aptitude and PC skills, specifically spreadsheets (Excel), database (Access), general ledger experience and financial reporting software. Preferred Oracle systems G/L experience and BI Technology (Tableau/Power BI). Preferred SAP BPC financial reporting software experience.
Attention to detail. Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills required.
Great communication skills. Ability to work effectively with all levels in the organization.
YOU WILL:
Month end and year end financial accounting close. Monthly accounting closes as it relates to journal entries for Neff product line as assigned. Establish appropriate reports for backup to month-end entries. Support creating balance sheet monthly reconciliations that will be reviewed by the Finance Manager. Prepare commission adjustments for sales reps.
Weekly metrics. Update and maintain monthly and weekly reports utilizing metrics and data. Run weekly reports needed for all assigned markets metrics within Neff. Dive into discrepancies within Jackets and Accessories while planning & forecasting files for each of the Jackets & Accessories markets.
Neff product line analysis. Work with product groups to make sure all sales and margins are accurately accounted for. Work with Marketing to make sure that pricing is set up and run margins analysis for the Grad Products lead analyst. Month-end analysis and weekly metrics performed for review by the Grad Products lead analyst. Prepare plan and forecast files for each of the Neff markets.
Other duties. Weekly sales journal entries as assigned. Prepare commissions adjustments for sales reps. Assist with pricing requests. Ad hoc reporting to support Neff finance group. Help support sales, marketing and operations questions. Advise management of expected outcomes and recommend ways to improve within product groups, specifically working with Marketing to ensure pricing set up & runs margins analysis for the Finance Manager. Develop EDW, BI, Incorta, & Access queries to support projects, month-end, weekly metrics, etc. Help with project implementations such as testing and verification. Participate in other finance projects as necessary. Strengthen Sales, Marketing & Operations questions, and pricing requests (i.e., reporting, presenting, & storytelling).
Typical/expected % of overnight travel. Less than 5%.
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. Our 401K plan has immediate vesting, so you can start saving for retirement right away.
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 and offer accrued paid time off and company paid holidays.
We care about your development. We support tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
- December 31, 2024
ABOUT US:
Jostens leads the student commemoration market and has been serving local communities for over 125 years. We work with thousands of K-12 schools, colleges and universities each year, and have the honor of partnering with beloved sports teams and esteemed organizations across the country. Our iconic products — like yearbooks, letter jackets, class jewelry and championship rings — keep meaningful traditions alive and inspire millions of people to celebrate their unique stories, milestone moments and biggest accomplishments every year. We have 13 first-class facilities across the globe, from North America to the Caribbean. Watch a short video about us here (https://f.io/HIAsH659) .
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 recruiter@jostens.com 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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