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Jostens · 4 days ago

Sr. Manager Finance Shared Services

Minneapolis, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$135K/yr - $145K/yr

8+ years exp

Jostens is a leader in the student commemoration market, serving local communities for over 125 years. The Sr. Manager of Finance Shared Services will oversee key finance operations and lead process optimization initiatives while developing a high-performing team.

Consumer GoodsManufacturingRetail

Responsibilities

Oversee daily finance operations across AP, AR, Credit, and T&E. Lead shared services for a global manufacturing environment, ensuring efficient and accurate processing

Partner cross-functionally with key leaders. Collaborate with Sales, Supply Chain, Treasury, and Accounting to improve transaction flows and financial record integrity

Drive service excellence through KPIs and SLAs. Define performance expectations and create a culture of continuous improvement and accountability

Coach and develop a high-performing team. Manage 3 direct reports and provide mentorship, feedback, and growth opportunities

Lead monthly reporting and commentary. Provide variance analysis on AR, AP, and customer deposits relative to forecast, plan, and prior year

Ensure audit readiness and compliance. Serve as audit liaison and maintain strong internal controls, policies, and SOPs

Protect data integrity and enforce governance. Oversee customer/vendor master data and segregation of duties protocols

Create and execute a finance technology roadmap. Leverage lean principles and automation to streamline end-to-end processes

Collaborate with IT to improve ERP utilization. Enhance Oracle systems, OCR, and workflow tools to reduce costs and improve efficiency

Lead cross-functional initiatives. Provide project and change management for enterprise finance and system transformation efforts

Qualification

Oracle FinancialsGAAP complianceAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableFinancial technology optimizationProcess optimizationCross-functional collaborationAnalytical mindsetAdvanced ExcelCommunication skillsLeadership experience

Required

8+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance

At least 3 years in a leadership role overseeing AR/AP operations

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Strong academic foundation from an accredited institution

Deep understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and cash flow

Compliance with tax, 1099, and global payment requirements

Experience in a multi-entity, shared services, or global environment

Ability to scale processes and standardize operations

Expertise in Oracle Financials (Fusion or EBS)

Knowledge of AP/AR tools such as OCR and automated workflows

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Proven ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organization

Analytical mindset and strategic thinking

Advanced Excel and strong systems proficiency

Ability to optimize financial technology to drive results

Ability to commute to the Owatonna office 2–3 times per week

Preferred

Candidates living in or near Owatonna strongly preferred

Benefits

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.

Our 401K plan has immediate vesting, so you can start saving for retirement right away.

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

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 support tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.