Internal Controls Manager

This position will manage Jostens internal control process and procedures as defined by COSO and the resource plan for Sarbanes-Oxley. They will have responsibility to manage the quarterly internal control assessment process and reporting of results and control metrics. They will lead an indirect and/or direct team of SOX Process Owners and independent resources engaged in the SOX process to complete management’s assessment on internal controls over financial reporting. Leads and/or assists in a variety of other projects, including process improvements, Visant IA requests, and Corporate finance projects.RESPONSIBILITIES: •Completes annual enterprise risk assessment and prioritization process to identify processes and risk areas to be included in the SOX process and the level of classifications and levels throughout the year for adherence to SOX guidelines.•Communicates and maintains the documentation and assessment testing methodology used to form the basis of SOX and SOD procedures, including accounting policies. •Monitors and reviews quarterly assessments of internal controls to ensure assessments are sufficiently performed to support management’s assertions regarding internal control.•Ensures that internal control updates are reviewed and appropriate and obtains concurrence from external auditor that control updates are appropriate.•Reports quarterly assessment results to appropriate parties (IA, Management, External Audit, Audit Committee) as necessary, and maintains metrics that summarize control results and deficiency resolution.•Identify solutions, monitor, and report resolution status of any deficiencies that have been identified by internal or external resources.•Manages and coordinates External Auditor communications, testing schedules and walk-through schedules to keep internal and external auditor and company resources efficient.•Maintains technology used to collection and reporting activities, including control frameworks (activities), control self-assessments, control test results, process documentation and control financial reports. •Stays current in all GAAP requirements of SOX, and ensure that company implements changes as required. •Complete quarterly assessments and testing to determine if controls are in place and functioning as assigned.•Leads the company in continuous improvement of controls, compliance, SOX and SODs.•Mentor SOX compliance team to promote growth in the Jostens finance organization•Identifies opportunities for operational improvements during the quarterly assessments and testing of internal controls.•Participates and leads process re-engineering, operational improvement or other teams•Prepares annual budget and resource plan for Jostens Sarbanes-Oxley testing compliance•Provides assistance with financial audits as deemed appropriate•Assists Director of Accounting and Reporting with other projects as necessaryJOB REQUIREMENTS: •Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in accounting or finance•4 -6 years related experience•MBA, CPA, CIA, CMA, CFE a plus, but not required•Broad knowledge of accounting practices and procedures•25% out of state travel•Advanced PC skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Sharepoint, Outlook etc.•Demonstrated experience with Oracle financial systems a plus•Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, with ability to work effectively with all levels and function in the organization•Ability to plan, organize and see projects to completion while managing deadlines •Strong analytical skills and demonstrated experience working with mathematical calculations and complex operational situationsJostens supports and embraces a diverse workforce as an EEO/AA employer.TO APPLY: Please visit our web site and apply on line at: http://www.jostens.com/EmploymentOpportunities/default.asp