Financial Analyst II

John Wiley & Sons, Inc. has been voted one of Forbes Magazine's "400 Best Big Companies in America!"

Wiley is a global enterprise providing must-have content and services for the academic, professional, scientific, technical, medical, and consumer markets. Wiley is an equal opportunity employer, committed to attracting and retaining a talented and diverse workforce that will allow us to compete effectively in a diverse, global marketplace. We are further committed to fostering a work environment in which all colleagues are valued and can enjoy professional success.

If you have the desire and skills to help us grow, along with a strong team and service orientation, then Wiley may be the place for you! We are currently seeking a Financial Analyst II to be an integral part of our Finance and Administration team.

The Financial Analyst II position provides financial support to the Editorial group for the Wiley/Blackwell Malden journals thru P&L title performance analysis, editorial payment oversight, distribution cost and inventory COS oversight. Month end accounting close duties are also a priority. In addition, this position is expected to develop financial valuations for new title prospects, and to integrate the successful ones into Wiley systems and processes. Establishing financial budgets for the coming year(s) is critical for divisional budgeting as well as external society reporting and relationship management.

The primary responsibilities of this role will include:
Manage title level reporting for the Malden STM journals by reviewing profit and loss statements on a monthly basis and answering financial questions from Editors to ensure accurate numbers are being reported to Editors and societies. This position will become the key Finance contact for reporting questions for those titles assigned to the position. Responsible for gathering all of the Society payment details in order to oversee the payment process for all Journal Editorial Office payments and Royalty Advances/ Sums due on a monthly basis. Responsible for the month end distribution and inventory COS accruals and analysis. Report and Analyze the issue slippage and subscription renewal data. Develop the financial modeling of potential bids, working with Editorial, etc. For the successful bids, attend and represent finance in all new title Handover meetings along with the production, editorial and marketing departments, for titles in his/her subject area. Special Projects, month end reports and schedules. Establish the coming year budgets, working particularly with Editorial, Content Management, and the Subscriptions group.

Qualifications: BS in Finance or Business Administration or equivalent related experience. One to 2 years experience in General Accounting. Strong analytical skills related to finance/P&L’s Strong communication skills are a must. Independent thinker with the ability to meet deadlines.

John Wiley & Sons, Inc. is conveniently located in the center of Malden MA, near the Malden orange line T-station. Wiley offers a very generous and comprehensive benefits package, including 401K, medical, dental & vision insurance, life insurance, STD & LTD, a generous vacation and paid holiday schedule, a casual atmosphere, a convenient location, free office parking, T- subsidy and more.

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