Director, Finance – College & Pro Divisions

Director, Finance – College & Pro Divisions

Hybrid | Onsite at Jostens’ Minneapolis headquarters, 3 days/week.

You are a finance leader who thrives at the intersection of strategic planning and operational execution. As Director, Finance – College & Pro Divisions, you will serve as a trusted business partner to the GM/SVP of the College and Pro Divisions, leading all financial planning, reporting, and analysis. Your work will influence decisions across the business, guiding long-term growth, compliance, and excellence in execution.

If you bring a strong background in financial leadership, business partnership and a forward-thinking approach to metrics and analysis—you’ll be set up for success.

• Lead financial reporting and controls. Manage accounting and reporting functions, including month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close activities.
• Deliver actionable insights. Provide timely and accurate analysis of financial results, highlighting key risks, trends, and performance opportunities.
• Oversee forecasting and planning. Drive planning processes and ensure alignment with corporate goals and divisional strategies.
• Guide business performance with data. Provide financial expertise linking leading indicators and metrics to current results and future projections.
• Champion strategic finance initiatives. Support divisional growth through ROI modeling, projections, and data‑driven decision support.
• Elevate financial acumen across the team. Cultivate a proactive, insights‑driven finance culture that supports fast, informed decision‑making.
• Coach and grow your team. Provide leadership, development, and performance management for the finance function.
• Oversee all licensing operations. Lead licensing processes including trademark clearance, contract management, royalty reporting, and corporate social responsibility.
• Ensure regulatory and policy compliance. Maintain adherence to GAAP, SOX, audit standards, and internal policies.

• Education. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required; MBA and/or CPA preferred.
• Experience. 15+ years of progressive finance experience, including leadership roles in complex organizations.
• Financial Expertise. Deep knowledge of accounting standards (GAAP), internal controls, and SOX compliance.
• Strategic Mindset. Proven ability to link financial strategy to business performance and identify opportunities for growth and efficiency.
• Strong Communication Skills. Ability to partner cross‑functionally and influence executive stakeholders with clarity and confidence.
• Advanced Analytical Abilities. Strong skills in financial modeling, forecasting, and interpreting complex data.
• Technical Proficiency. High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling tools; experience with financial systems and reporting tools.
• Leadership Impact. Results‑oriented leader who inspires change, promotes collaboration, and leads high‑performing teams.

• 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, among many more.
• We invest in your future. Our 401 K 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 $160,000 to $180,000 with annual bonus eligibility.

Final date to receive applications:
February 28, 2026

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…