Senior Analyst, Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting

Jostens; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Immediate 401(k) vesting

Hybrid schedule

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Jostens seeks a Senior Analyst in Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting to support monthly/quarterly close, external reporting, and control activities across the global enterprise. The role partners with Finance, Legal, Tax, Treasury and HR to deliver accurate financial statements and robust controls.

The position requires 3–5 years in financial reporting/public accounting, a B.S. in accounting/finance, and strong GAAP/IFRS knowledge.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in Financial Reporting and Public Accounting.
• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance; CPA/MBA/CMA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS; experience with internal controls; Oracle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidation and month-end close activities with variance analysis.
• External reporting for Private Equity owners and audit committees; disclosure checklists.
• Prepare external financial statements for Audit Committee and lenders.
• Maintain and improve internal controls and PCI/SOD compliance.
• Support continuous improvement of financial reporting processes and use of EPM/Blackline.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

Internal controls design

Advanced Excel

Word

Access

PowerPoint

Outlook

SharePoint

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Oracle financials

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA

MBA

CMA

Tools

Oracle

Workday Adaptive Planning

Incorta

SAP BPC

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

SENIOR ANALYST, CORPORATE ACCOUNTING & FINANCIAL REPORTING

HYBRID | ONSITE AT JOSTENS' MINNEAPOLIS HEADQUARTERS 3 DAYS/WEEK

ABOUT YOU:

This role plays a critical role in financial reporting and accounting across our global enterprise. The Sr. Analyst, Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting will be primarily responsible for supporting the monthly and quarterly financial close and reporting process, including quarterly filings, annual report, management reporting, and supporting the FCRP controls. This role will partner with the Business Unit Finance, Legal, Tax, Treasury, and HR, and gain a broad understanding of the organization.

YOU WILL:

Financial Accounting & Reporting.Preparation of the consolidation and oversight of key month-end activities, such as Balance Sheet review and variance analysis. External Reporting to Private Equity owners, including reporting packages, disclosure checklists, and other supplemental information. Preparation of External Financial Statements for presentation to the Audit Committee and Financial Institutions. Completion of other Financial Reporting and accounting requirements, including but not limited to Government surveys, account reconciliations, and internal management reporting. Prepare technical accounting research and prepare memos for new accounting guidance and assess impacts of changing business activities to accounting processes, policy, and controls. Maintain Accounting policies and Standard Operating Procedures.

Liaison to External Auditors.Assist management with the External Auditor, including preparation of PBC request, managing the connect site, updating documentation, and participating in projects.

Compliance monitoring activities, including PCI & SOD.Ensure updates to internal control documentation and controls are made when needed, based on changes in processes and systems. Drive process improvement in our global accounting processes and control framework. Maintain and validate documentation and procedures related to Segregation of Duties and Payment Card Industry data security standards. This includes quarterly SOD analysis and remediation, and annual PCI assessment activities.

Participate in Process Improvement & Financial Reporting Projects.Remain current with GAAP and SEC requirements to assist in implementing changes as required. Assist the company in the continuous improvement of financial reporting, compliance, and controls through optimization of Blackline and the EPM tool. Assist management with other projects as necessary.

Typical/Expected % of Overnight Travel.

Approximately 5% travel annually.

YOU HAVE:

• Experience.Minimum of 3-5 years related experience in Financial Reporting and Public Accounting. Preferred manufacturing experience.
• Education.Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance. PreferredCPA, MBA, or CMA.
• Technical Skills.Solid understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Standards (US GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).Experience with designing and monitoring internal controls.Advanced PC skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.Demonstrated analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing organizational needs. Strong analytical skills and demonstrated experience working with mathematical calculations and complex operational situations. Preferred demonstrated experience with Oracle financial systems.
• Drive.Ability to plan, organize, and see projects to completion while managing deadlines and a strong attention to detail.
• Great Communication Skills.Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to work effectively with all levels and functions in the organization.

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, and 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 offer a hybrid schedule with on-site work 3 days a week.

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. *For Washington residents, you will receive 13 vacation days, 8 paid sick leave, 11 company-paid holidays, and family paid leave.

We care about your development. We support tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.

We believe in pay transparency. The salary range is $90,000 to $110,000 with annual bonus eligibility.

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 .

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 product lines, including Yearbooks, Class Rings, Graduation Products, and Professional Sports.Through the utilization of best-in-class technical software, such as Workday Adaptive Planning, Incorta, 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 [e-mail] or [phone].

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

Jostens provides products, programs and services that help our customers celebrate moments that matter. Our mission is Capture. Celebrate. Inspire. We extend our mission to working with our valued suppliers to partner with us to provide keepsakes designed to help consumers capture and celebrate moments that matter, and inspire them for a lifetime. The Jostens team is passionate about living and practicing our values, our Code of Conduct, and our commitment to sustainability in every interaction.

Every member of the Jostens team is accountable to customers and suppliers to act with integrity and responsibility, to respect and recognize and to embrace change. We believe that living our values is required to earn customer loyalty and meet the expectations of all our stakeholders.

It is through our mission and values that Jostens conducts all business with respect to the customers we serve and the communities in which we work.