Senior Business Analyst for AP/AR

Jostens; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with immediate vesting

Hybrid schedule (on-site 3 days a week

Paid time off

Company paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Jostens in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Senior Business Analyst for Finance Shared Services. This role partners with Finance, IT and Operations to optimize processes, drive automation, and improve data-driven decision making.

You will lead initiatives across AP/AR, develop governance, and deliver executive dashboards to support strategic decisions. The position offers a hybrid schedule and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Shared Services, Finance Operations, Business Analytics, Finance Transformation or Process Improvement.
• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience in a quantitative field.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Own Shared Services transaction flows; identify risks, gaps, and optimization opportunities across AP/AR.
• Establish governance and performance monitoring for key processes and metrics.
• Lead strategic process transformation including automation and AI-enabled solutions.
• Define future-state capabilities; support ERP and financial systems strategy.
• Develop exec dashboards, KPIs and models for leadership decisions.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects and report progress to stakeholders.

Skills

ERP platforms

Workflow automation

Systems integration

MS Office

Data visualization

Business intelligence tools

Education

BA/BS degree in a relevant field

Tools

Workday Adaptive Planning

SAP BPC

Oracle EPM

Job description

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Position: Senior Business Analyst Shared Services

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Remote Status: Hybrid

Job Id:6650

# of Openings:1

JOB TITLE: SR. BUSINESS ANALYST, FINANCE SHARED SERVICES

ABOUT YOU

This role serves as a strategic partner to Finance, IT, and Operations leadership, driving business transformation through process optimization, automation, systems integration, and data-driven decision making. The Sr. Business Analyst, Finance Shared Services leads complex initiatives across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and related financial processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, enhance the stakeholder experience, and maximize technology investments. This position provides subject matter expertise for shared services operations, develops business cases for strategic initiatives, and leads cross-functional projects from concept through implementation and value realization.

YOU WILL

• Update and maintain. Serve as the business owner and subject matter expert for Shared Services transaction flows, proactively identifying process risks, control gaps, system issues, and optimization opportunities across AP, AR, and related financial operations. Lead resolution efforts for complex operational challenges and ensure sustainable solutions are implemented.
• Develop.Establish governance and performance monitoring frameworks for key Shared Services processes. Analyze transaction trends, recurring exceptions, and operational metrics to identify root causes and drive enterprise-wide process improvements that reduce risk and improve service levels.
• Advise.Lead strategic process transformation initiatives, including automation, workflow redesign, AI-enabled solutions, and continuous improvement programs. Develop business cases with quantified ROI, facilitate stakeholder alignment, and ensure successful execution of initiatives that drive measurable business value.
• Strengthen. Partner with Finance Technology, IT, and business leaders to define future-state capabilities, develop business requirements, support ERP and financial systems strategy. Deliver recommendations to leadership based on operational, financial, and process data, supporting strategic decision-making and continuousimprovement efforts.
• Support.Develop and maintain executive-level dashboards, KPIs, and analytical models that provide actionable insights into Shared Services performance. Deliver recommendations to leadership based on operational, financial, and process data, supporting strategic decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
• Typical/expected % of overnight travel:None to limited.

YOU HAVE

• Experience.7+ years of experience in Shared Services, Finance Operations, Business Analytics, Finance Transformation or Process Improvement.
• Education.BA/BS degree with an analytical discipline or 5-7 years of directly related experience.
• Passion.Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Technical Skills. Experience with ERP platforms, workflow automation, and systems integration. Fully proficient in MS Office applications.Strong analytical skills with advanced knowledge in data visualization, reporting, and business intelligence tools.
• Attention to Detail.Previous project management experience; ability to lead projects.
• Great Communication Skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to devise and present a variety of business communications.

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 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 $85,000 to $95,000 with annual bonus eligibility.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

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 ushere .

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 Workday Adaptive Planning, Incorta, SAP BPC, Oracle, Salesforce, & 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 [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.

• Educators — Start your school's Class Ring tradition with JostensLearn More
• Educators — Let Jostens give your school a great grad experienceLearn More
• Educators — Create your school's yearbook with JostensLearn More