Job Description:
NOTE: This role is based in New York City and encourages a minimum of two days per week in the SoHo office. Some roles or teams may require additional in-office attendance if the essential functions of the role require it.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Sr. Manager of Finance, Scholastic Technology Services (STS & TDS), will provide financial guidance and support for the various operational teams within these segments, and will report to the Director of STS/TDS Finance.
The STS & TDS finance team is responsible for managing all facets of the P&L for Technology, Transformation and Digital Services, and the Scholastic Store Online. This team will oversee revenue and expense through our SSO line of business and all expenses associated with the organization's Commerce, Content Operations, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Product, Design, DNA and Transformation teams. The Sr. Manager of Finance for STS & TDS should thrive on making an impact, thoughtful decision-making, and driving transformation while delivering cross-divisional results.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Managing and reporting on the P&Ls for the STS, TDS, and SSO lines of business
Cash flow analysis and maintaining the STS & TDS rolling forecast for reliable and real-time projections.
Develop and maintain driver-based models to manage divisional targets.
Present recommendations, develop, and implement strategies to meet opportunities and challenges.
Support the execution of our One Scholastic initiatives and the association of revenue and expense across the lines of business.
Oversee the execution of technology projects running through and supporting the organization.
Work closely with the Technology Portfolio Management office to keep technology program budgets on track.
Partner with divisional finance and business to establish and track revenue goals associated with the work running through the TDS team.
Develop business cases to support work running through the STS and TDS lines of business.
Approved travel and entertainment and procurement transactions (PO and Non-PO)
Manage and develop STS/TDS Sr. Financial Analyst
About Scholastic
For more than 100 years, Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) has been meeting children where they are - at school, at home and in their communities - by creating quality content and experiences, all beginning with literacy. Scholastic delivers stories, characters, and learning moments that empower all kids to become lifelong readers and learners through bestselling children's books, literacy- and knowledge-building resources for schools including classroom magazines, and award-winning, entertaining children's media. As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom libraries, school and public libraries, retail, and online, and with a global reach into more than 135 countries, Scholastic encourages the personal and intellectual growth of all children, while nurturing a lifelong relationship with reading, themselves, and the world around them. Learn more at www.scholastic.com .
Some benefits that we offer:
Full suite of health and wellness benefits (including a $0 deductible Medical Plan)
Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with options for both Roth and Traditional Contributions
Tuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees
Generous Parental Leave Program
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discount
Thank you for your consideration in choosing Scholastic.
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Qualifications
HOW YOU CAN FIT (Qualifications)
BBA or BS in Business Administration or Equivalent Experience (Concentration in Finance/Accounting is a Plus)
Creativity, leadership skills, and mental agility to solve and propose solutions to complex problems.
+5 years of experience in finance/accounting or similar role
2-3 years of management and leadership experience
Strong interest or experience working at the intersection of technology, digital services, and corporate transformation.
Highly organized and efficient - ability to prioritize work across competing efforts.
Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills
Ability to clearly communicate and present to management at the Director/Manager level.
Ability to make decisions independently and collaboratively.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and GSuite (Word/docs, Excel/sheets, Access, Visio, and PowerPoint)
A collaborator that will think strategically and effectively when faced with difficult challenges.
Time Type:
Full time
Job Type:
Regular
Job Family Group:
Finance
Location Region/State:
New Jersey, New York
Compensation Range:
Annual Salary: 130,000.00 - 140,000.00
EEO Statement:
Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. Further, all personnel actions (such as compensation, tuition aid, benefits, transfers, promotions, and dismissals, company-sponsored training, social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination.
EEO is the Law Poster (https://www.scholastic.com/content/dam/scholastic/corp-home/eeo-is-the-law-poster-english.pdf)
EEO Scholastic Policy Statement
Pay Transparency Provision (https://www.scholastic.com/content/dam/scholastic/corp-home/pay-transparency.pdf)
Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) is the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books, a leading provider of core literacy curriculum and professional services, and a producer of educational and entertaining children's media. The Company creates quality books and ebooks, print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12, classroom magazines and other products and services that support children's learning both in school and at home. With operations in 14 international offices and exports to 165 countries, Scholastic makes quality, affordable books available to all children around the world through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom collections, school and public libraries, retail and online. True to its mission of 97 years to encourage the personal and intellectual growth of all children beginning with literacy, the Company has earned a reputation as a trusted partner to educators and families. Learn more at: www.scholastic.com
We're always looking for talented people to join Scholastic in instilling a love of reading and lifelong learning in children. At Scholastic, our benefit plans have been designed to be in line with market conditions and employee needs. Our plans provide flexibility and allow individuals a broad range of choices that can be tailored to meet each employee's needs. Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
