Media Operations & Finance Associate New York, New York

Schumacher; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Schumacher is seeking a Media Operations & Finance Associate to support their publishing team. This hybrid role involves managing sales tracking, revenue reporting, and operational logistics within a vibrant, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational and problem-solving skills coupled with proficiency in data analysis.

Benefits

Corporate Annual Profit Sharing

401K Plan

Medical Coverage

15 Days Paid Time Off (PTO)

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with business or economics exposure.
• Experience in company accounting and sales.
• Flexible team player with a track record of dependability.

Responsibilities

• Process ad sales through CRM system.
• Track payments and manage bank reconciliation.
• Assist Sales Director with various sales operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Data analysis skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Schumacher & Co. is an innovative interior design company that is disrupting the $150 billion-dollar global interior design industry. We are a technological leader on the design frontier, constantly pushing boundaries and striving for excellence. With over 500+ employees and growing, we are driven by a shared belief that design transforms life. We are dedicated to the mission of helping our customers“celebrate the feeling of home”.Schumacher designs and produces some of the most beautiful fabrics, wallcoverings, trims, furniture, and accessories in the world. Our portfolio of products is broad, but they are united by a passion for design, a thirst for what is next, an appreciation for what’s come before, a drive to make our products with enormous care and attention for detail. Schumacher is a globally recognized company with a myriad of showrooms both domestically and internationally.

Our competitive advantage in the industry is people. We believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. F. Schumacher & Co is deeply anchored in our company core values which are as follows:

• Preserve The Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Take Ownership & Accountability
• Be Solutions-Oriented
• Demonstrate Courage

We empower our employees to live these values daily because we understand how it will positively impact the customer journey. F. Schumacher & Co., also known as FSCO, is the parent company to many brands within our portfolio. This role is part of the Frederic Media Team, a division of FS&CO. Launched in 2021, Frederic is the most refreshing voice in design, an elixir for a more beautiful life. Unfettered by outside noise, our editors embrace the unique and unexpected. Every glossy page becomes a visual feast of the covetable in a magazine born to be collectible. The magazine covers a range of topics that comprise the well-lived life—interior and garden design, architecture, entertainment, art, travel, and more. Named after the visionary Frederic Schumacher, who founded F. Schumacher & Co. in 1889, Frederic is a must-read for designers and design lovers looking to stay ahead of the curve.

About The Role

Frederic Media is seeking a Media Operations & Finance Associate who is highly organized, data-driven, and business-minded to work with the Publishing Director in all aspects of our multi-media team, including sales & marketing, events & sponsorships, book publishing, finance, and operations. This hybrid position will touch everything from weekly estimates, revenue and payment tracking, sales reporting, and event sponsorship organization to contract submission and finance reporting. The overarching goal of this position is to be an integral part of the media team’s mission to improve efficiency and reduce costs while always maintaining the highest level of quality in everything we produce.

To be successful in this role, this individual must possess strong communication and problem-solving skills and be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize. High competency in key computer programs, including Excel and PowerPoint, is a must. The ability to manage multiple tasks and stay on deadline are required in this role. Our desired candidate will approach the role with a team spirit, high energy, and a can-do attitude and thrive in a multi-faceted, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with Sales Director to process ad sales through our sales account and CRM system & Magazine Manager,
• Stay up to date on improvements and functionality
• Revenue Systems:IO and Invoice creation + tracking:Magazine Manager
• Cash Collection system: Communication with advertisers and tracking of payments; manage Bank reconciliation
• Sales Operations:Assist Sales Director with sending issues, tear sheets, preparing for meetings, etc
• Ad Sales Print & digital estimates: Keep tracker updated weekly for all ad sales & positioning charts
• Track advertisers print edit credits: Share updates at editorial meetings

Distribution Operations - Print Order:

• Work with FSM to refresh each volume
• Update lists from all divisions
• Coordinate comp list

Media Team Operations & Logistics:

• Monday Boards & Notion:Utilizing these programs, manage calendars, projects, and all team tasks on Pub Strategy Weekly, Production Schedule, Book Timeline and Frederic Marketing Weekly
• Order office supplies and other items as necessary
• Attendall team meetings to collect and convey information, prepare agendas for meetings
• Organize recurring meetings and external meetings

Book Operations:

• Liaise with The Hub on book fulfillment
• Work with Publishing Director to process agreements with Monacelli for all book orders, outlining quantity, timing etc.
• Maintain Book Info & Stats charts, updating as information is received from Monacelli
• Business development:Work with Finance Manager to gather data for monthly and weekly finance reports
• Assist Finance Manager on revenue modeling for all divisions
• Assist in vendor payment: check requests, advance payments, troubleshooting of late/missing payments

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree – with exposure to business or economics classes and data analysis
• Experience handling company accounting and sales
• Strong computer skills, including excellence in Excel, Illustrator, PowerPoint
• Flexible team player willing to do whatever is necessary to keep office operations flowing smoothly, who looks for opportunities to collaborate
• Ability to work independently, think creatively to solve problems, and adhere to deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the tact and diplomacy to deal with a variety of colleagues, clients and vendors
• Comfortable with handling a high volume of assignments and work confidently within a small staff
• Detail-oriented, adept at problem-solving and possess strong organizational skills
• Proven ability to multi-task successfully and prioritize work
• Exhibits a calm demeanor to keep office stress levels under control
• Display a track record of dependability
• Superior ability to take direction and execute well
• Represent the company positively through manners and actions

Benefits Package

Your well-being is our top priority. Our benefits and total compensation are designed for the whole person, caring for both you and your family.

• Corporate Annual Profit Sharing
• 401K Plan
• Medical Coverage
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• TELADOC

Other Benefits:

• 15 Days Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Company Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• AFLAC Plans (Accident and Critical Illness Plans)
• Pet Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Parental Medical Leave
• Child Bonding Leave
• Employee Discount

Schumacher & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity, inclusion, and equality. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

Salary Range

$60,000 - $65,000 USD

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