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Financial Analyst 2

Jostens
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota
    4 days ago

    Job Description

    Financial Analyst 2

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

     
    ABOUT YOU:
    Are you a detail-oriented financial analyst looking to expand your skills in a dynamic corporate setting? We’re seeking a Financial Analyst 2 to support SG&A cost centers through hands-on financial analysis, reporting, and planning. In this role, you’ll contribute to critical month-end activities, partner with department managers, and provide insights that help drive better business decisions. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in corporate finance and grow your career at Jostens.
     
    YOU WILL:
    • Support Monthly and Annual Closes. Coordinate monthly accounting close activities, prepare journal entries, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and establish accruals for assigned SG&A categories.
    • Analyze and Report Financial Performance. Produce monthly SG&A reporting with variance analysis to plan and prior year, including written commentary.
    • Support Planning and Forecasting. Assist in quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting processes for assigned cost centers and balance sheet accounts.
    • Contribute to Compliance Activities. Participate in quarterly and annual corporate reporting, audits, and SOX compliance as needed.
    • Assist Department Managers. Support SG&A budget owners with questions, data requests, and ad hoc reporting needs.
    • Engage in Cross-Functional Projects. Participate in other finance and business projects as necessary to support broader organizational goals.
    • Typical/expected % of overnight travel: Up to 5%
     
    YOU HAVE:
    • Education. A 4-year degree in Accounting or Finance.
    • Experience. 2-3 years of relevant accounting or financial analysis experience.
    • Technical Proficiency. Excellent accounting skills with strong systems aptitude, including Excel, Access, general ledger systems, and financial reporting tools.
    • Communication & Collaboration. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
    • Analytical & Organizational Strength. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
    • Preferred. Experience with Oracle general ledger and BI tools such as Tableau or Power BI, and familiarity with SAP BPC for financial reporting.
     
    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, 8 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 $60,000 to $75,000 with annual bonus eligibility.
    APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 31, 2026
     
    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 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, & 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. 
     
     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMinneapolis, Minnesota
    Websitehttps://www.jostens.com

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