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Published Division/Department: Corporate Finance/Accounting
Requisition #: 5669
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 0 - 10%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Accounting

Responsible for assisting the Tax Manager with analyzing financial information in relation to tax compliance and tax provision. This individual will review existing account balances, assist in the preparation of book to tax adjustments and prepare the required tax filings. This person will also assist with various tax audits and collaborate with taxing jurisdictions on resolution of notices and/or discrepancies.
Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Accountancy. One to three years of corporation tax experience.

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Published Division/Department: Publishing Operations
Requisition #: 5870
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: Full Time - Intern
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Permissions

The Rights and Permissions Assistant assists in the processing of requests to include previously published literature in educational products. This position researches and communicates with rights holders for the purpose of obtaining permission for reprinting the material in our products. This includes processing contracts, maintaining database and archival files and preparing reports as required. This position may include some negotiation of fees and preparation of contracts. Projects will include:

•Assist with data entry for basal reading program, including agreement entries, processing payment vouchers and archiving final program hard copy files.

• Assist with the updating of State Standards procedures; enter contractual information in the database.

• Migrate data from previous database into new database and cleanse rolodex data preparation of migration.

• Archive hard copy files for agreements related to Boston office based projects.

Requirements Some College; proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; database applications; excellent written and verbal skills and attention to detail; previous office experience preferred.]]>Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Intern-Job-MA-02108/2576709/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Intern-Job-MA-02108/2576709/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Intern
Published Division/Department: Trade & Reference Publishers
Requisition #: 5894
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: Full Time - Intern
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Administrative / Executive

Interns play a crucial role in the publicity department at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. They are integrated into the department, joining publicity meetings and participating at publicity department brainstorming video conferences. Specifically, our interns learn how to do the following: -Assist with publicity campaigns for high profile authors; -Learn to create press kits (draft up press releases, conduct author interviews, write fact sheets, etc.); -Learn to contact media and schedule media interviews and arrange author tours; -Pitch phone radio interviews for authors; -Perform blog/website research for a variety of books; -Form partnerships with appropriate organizations for various books; -Track media coverage, compile reviews/interviews/features, and fill review copy requests. -Join at least one in-town author event each season.
Requirements
* Love of books
* Great writing skills
* Out-of-the-box thinking
* Ability to multitask
* Terrific organizational skills]]>Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Intern-Job-MA-02108/2585557/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Intern-Job-MA-02108/2585557/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Revenue Manager
Published Division/Department: Corporate Finance/Accounting
Requisition #: 5526
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 0 - 10%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Finance

Work with sales to develop deal structures which accomplish customer objectives while yielding desired economics and accounting outcomes
• Review and document complex, multi-element sales contracts to support compliance with applicable authoritative literature
• Prepare and review periodic studies (including Fair Value, customer life, VSOE, etc.)
• Determine timing of revenue recognition on customer orders on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Assist in developing effective system of internal controls over revenue reporting

40% - Review and document complex, multi-element sales contracts to support compliance with applicable authoritative literature
25% - Work with sales to develop deal structures which accomplish customer objectives while yielding desired economics and accounting outcomes
25% - Timing of Revenue Recognition
5% - Assist in developing effective system of internal controls over revenue reporting
5% - Prepare and review periodic studies (including Fair Value, customer life, VSOE, etc.)

Requirements:
Required:
•Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance
•5 + years' experience, ideally 3+ years' experience in public accounting plus corporate experience in a similar role. Candidates straight from Big 4 with relevant client and revenue experience will be considered.
•Experience with ASC 985( formerly SOP 97-2), ASC 605(Formerly SAB 104), ASU 2009-13 &14, SOP 81-1
• Strong written and oral communication skills,
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
• Advanced Excel skills ( Pivot tables, V-lookup)
Preferred:
•Experience in SAP a plus
•CPA a plus
•Experience with SOX 404/COSO framework a plus

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Published Division/Department: Corporate Communications
Requisition #: 5890
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: Part Time - Intern
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Communications

The communications intern will assist the corporate communications team with daily internal and external communications activities to help deliver effective communications across various channels, including the Company blog and newsletter, internal TV channel and intranet, corporate website, as well as contributing to media relations campaigns and event planning. Daily tasks may include:

Research

* Assembling media lists
* Competitor analysis
* Identifying relevant awards opportunities

Copywriting

* Drafting, editing, and formatting internal communications, such as key personnel announcements, web copy, articles of interest, and blog posts
* Press release writing/media briefs

Media Monitoring

* Identifying news trends
* Identifying potential new opportunities

Web Presence

* Social media coordination
* Facilitate building HMH’s asset library

Misc.

* Supporting the communications team with any general office assistance or clerical duties as needed
* Assembling media kits, marketing materials, etc.

Requirements:
The ideal candidate is a college student interested in communications, PR, or marketing. He/she must possess strong written and oral communications skills. Must be well organized, detail oriented, and able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and within deadlines. A proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and web production is a plus.]]>Mon, 06 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Intern-Communications-Job-MA-02108/2583212/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Intern-Communications-Job-MA-02108/2583212/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Internal Audit Intern
Published Division/Department: Corporate Finance/Accounting
Requisition #: 5863
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 10% - 20%
Position Type: Full Time - Intern
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Finance

The individual will be part of a small team devoted to value-added services, high performance and career advancement for each of its members. This is not a position designed for someone interested in sitting in a cubicle all day working alone. Work is done in a team atmosphere with frequent interaction with company process owners and leaders.

The Manager and VP of the department both have degrees from Northeastern University and take pride in mentoring and developing young professionals.

Reporting to the Manager - Internal Audit, the right candidate will assist in executing discrete financial and operational audits, provide ad hoc advice to process owners and help draft internal audit reports for issuance by the VP - Internal Audit. The internal auditor will develop the ability to participate in the audit planning process, workpaper preparation and discussion of audit findings with the process owner auditee.

Candidates must have willingness to do overnight business travel with relatively short notice.

Requirements:
Skills –
- Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley
- Coursework or experience in Auditing
- Critical Thinking

Personal Qualities –
- Strong Professional Presence
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Continuous self-improvement mentality
- Willingness to partner with auditees and process owners to achieve world-class processes.

Soft skills will be valued greater than specific technical skills]]>Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Orlando-Internal-Audit-Intern-Job-FL-32801/2571666/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Orlando-Internal-Audit-Intern-Job-FL-32801/2571666/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Software Developer Intern
Published Division/Department: Information Technology
Requisition #: 5636
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: Full Time - Intern
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Information Technology

HMH aims to spark a lifelong love of learning in every individual we touch. Our challenge and our passion is to combine cutting-edge research, editorial excellence and technological innovation to improve teaching and learning environments and solve complex literacy and education challenges. We are among the world’s largest providers of pre-K–12 education solutions and one of its longest-established publishing houses. We deliver interactive, results-driven education solutions to 60 million students in 120 countries; and we publish renowned and awarded novels, non-fiction, children's books and reference works for readers throughout the world.

The Opportunity:

HMH is seeking students interested in software development internships. Our IT internship program offers opportunities for students to get hands on exposure to meaningful projects impacting our department commitments and strategy.

Each of our internships is focused on a business problem, project or body of research where you will be working with industry thought leaders in your field of practice. We provide dynamic opportunities for you interface with top departmental and company leadership as well as social opportunities for you to bond with fellow interns. If you are looking for a great place to start your career in the publishing industry, consider Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.

The development internship requires very strong technical and communications skills. This role will have responsibility related to technical implementations working alongside a team of engineers, test engineers and product stakeholders. This is a hands-on development role and requires a strong software development background. The intern will participate in all phases of development from definition and design through implementation, debugging, testing and deployment to ensure all work is to the highest standards. The intern will support component design, development and maintenance. Have responsibilities for code reviews and technical quality standards within the project team. Carry out meticulous automated unit tests to ensure a high quality deliverable into QA. Assist in defining structured practices especially in source code management, build and release management. Participate in usability reviews and lead improvements in front end design. Use appropriate tools to maintain version control and build processes.

Requirements:
The Requirements:

A bachelor’s, masters or MBA candidate. If pursuing an undergraduate degree, junior or senior year students are preferred.

Excellent JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS3 skills

Experienced in developing dynamic JavaScript Applications.

Good understanding of web technologies, usability, object oriented programming and development frameworks.

Requires a very strong level of interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills

Front end automated testing

Cross browser and cross device web app development]]>Sat, 11 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Software-Developer-Intern-Job-MA-02108/2428415/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Software-Developer-Intern-Job-MA-02108/2428415/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Designer
Published Division/Department: Marketing Shared Services
Requisition #: 5608
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 0 - 10%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Design / Creative

Develops and presents design concepts for eMarketing. Edits and refines existing projects. Prepares final electronic art files for eMarketing and vendors. Supports Sr. Designers on specified projects. Collaborates with creative team. Ensures consistency across marketing projects. Versatile in both web and print design and production.
Design
Following established guidelines, develops new designs for a variety of digital eMarketing campaigns such as eNewsletters, web pages, email campaigns, landing pages, and ads. Assist the Creative Services Team with additional projects as needed.
Design Refinements and Edits: Refines new designs as necessary, makes edits to existing projects.
Production: Provides production support to Senior Designers and Associate Creative Manager. Experienced in areas of web production and print production including: providing PDF markups and web-ready assets to developers; creating and editing web pages using HTML & CSS; retouching and manipulating images using Photoshop; using master pages and style sheets in InDesign; providing printer's markups, electronic file preparation, and color proofing. Provides file archiving and retrieval services as requested by Associate Creative Manager and Creative Manager.
Presentation: Demonstrates excellent communication skills with ability to effectively present to management in a group setting, in person and in cross-site online meeting presentations.
Project Management: Extremely organized and thorough. Able to multi-task and meet tight deadlines. Communicates issues regarding workload or scheduling to Associate Creative Manager and Creative Manager. Properly stores files that are in progress and archives completed files.
Collaboration: Collaborates with creative project teams of designers, copywriters, developers, account managers, project coordinators and outside vendors. Ability to take direction from Associate Creative Manager and Senior Designers. Excellent communication skills.

Requirements:
Required:
- College graduate with Graphic Design or related degree
- 3+ years professional design experience
- Expert level of competency in HTML & CSS, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, and InDesign
- Proficient with PowerPoint, Flash, and email marketing best practices.
- Working knowledge of PHP and javascript a plus
- Excellent production and project management skills
- Strong collaboration and ability to work as part of a team
- Strong presentation skills
- Ability to multi-task and focus on multiple projects at once
- Accuracy and ability to meeting deadline with quick turnaround]]>Fri, 17 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Designer-Job-MA-02108/2437427/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Designer-Job-MA-02108/2437427/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Director, Revenue
Published Division/Department: Corporate Finance/Accounting
Requisition #: 5891
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 0 - 10%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Finance

This exciting new position offers the opportunity to work with sales to develop deal structures which accomplish customer objectives while yielding desired economics and accounting outcomes.
Review and document complex, multi-element sales contracts to support compliance with applicable authoritative literature

Prepare and review periodic studies (including customer life, VSOE, etc.)
Determine timing of revenue recognition on customer orders on a monthly and quarterly basis
Develop effective system of internal controls over revenue reporting
Prepare and/or reveiw monthly reconciliations, assist with periodic closes and revenue forecasts
Prepare and/or review revenue forecasts,
Work with sales and Sr. Management to develop deal structures which accomplish customer objectives while yielding desired economics and accounting outcomes
Ability to tailor language (verbal and written) according to audience Work with various levels of management,
Provide audit support for revenue transactions
Support various special projects as required
Develop, implement and maintain processes and procedures for accurate and timely revenue recognition for multiple revenue streams
Analyze and understand various service/product offerings and revenue/expense streams to ensure proper revenue recognition and financial system set-up
Supervise the Revenue Manager and Revenue Team

Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance, CPA preferred
Seven years' experience, with at least Five years of experience in public accounting and corporate accounting preferred
At least five years of relevant experience with client and revenue
Experience in Revenue recognition literature (EITF 08-1/09-3, SOP 97-2/98-9, EITF 00-21, SAB 104)
Strong written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
Ability to work independently with minimal direction from management
Excellent Verbal and Written communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required
Ability to identify key risk areas, contemplates alternatives, draw conclusions and recommend and implement changes to improve processes and mitigate risk
Advanced Excel skills (Pivot tables, V-lookup). Experience with SAP a plus
Experience with SOX 404/COSO framework a plus]]>Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Director%2C-Revenue-Job-MA-02108/2585556/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Director%2C-Revenue-Job-MA-02108/2585556/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Education Services Program Director -(homebased-location open)
Published Division/Department: Corporate Education Services
Requisition #: 5804
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 20% - 30%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Communications
The Program Director will work on a range of activities: help prioritize and drive programs to deliver new educational services; track and identify efficacy of program outcomes; assist with white paper production, case studies, and create product descriptions and collateral for sales; research competitive and market data; serve as liaison to national and international organizations; partner with Pub Ops team(s); manage production schedule for IP development in line with templates/processes of internal partner Pub Ops and Marketing organizations. The Program Director will also serve as proxy for SVP for internal meetings or other activities, where appropriate/required.

Lead program efforts – internal and cross-functional –reporting evidence and outcomes:• Contribute to the overall team strategy as well as selection and prioritization of team projects• Assist with planning, management, and benchmarking activities associated with programs and pilots• Track and analyze pilot activities, specifically focused on target efficacy and projected outcomes• Assist with creation of white papers, articles, or other artifacts that support new education services• Coordinate association and partner involvement with program activity

Create message and sales collateral for new services:• Manage case study process, references, and/or other client- or partner-associated activities• Provide material for Comms team for internal and external information vehicles, press, and PR • Partner with Sales and Marketing to provide appropriate sales support, reference story, and/or other collateral for new Services launch and demand generation activities• Work with web POC to ensure that our web site showcases team activity and projects• Serve as POC for CSR team, given the prospect of aligning events or activities for greater impact• Partner with Sales to provide appropriate sales support, balanced against other team priorities
Lead specific team initiates, partner relationships, and coordination of other individual events:• Drive coordination and planning around thought leadership events (e.g., Client Advisory Council) • Assist with association and partner relationship management • Coordinate events and activities with appropriate team (or HMH) thought leaders

• Assist with coordination of additional internal activities (e.g., Colloquy) as needed

Provide additional market intelligence, analysis, and maintain reference roster of HMH talent:• Mine market and opportunity research, and competitive analysis for in-progress or future initiatives• Keep list of client and expert (internal or external) references for co-presentations, case studies, etc.• Research and prepare materials for speaking opportunities, client + HMH presentations, emphasizing consistent, high-quality, high-impact presentations• Maintain roster of key internal resources, with an inventory of talents, locations, backgrounds, and areas of expertise (e.g., LLC Professional Development Associates or Heinemann authors)Assist with transition of innovation programs to products, working closely with internal teams:• Establish relationship as key POC for LLC (and other) Pub Ops team(s)• Contribute to and ensure adherence to Pub Ops processes and templates• Provide feedback on partner org production schedules and ideas, assisting when appropriate and when it does not conflict with primary responsibilities• Maintain production schedule and priorities for team and share this information with partner orgs• Help coordinate recruitment, training, and on-boarding of new program delivery teams
Requirements • Self-directed individual with strong teaming, organization, people, and collaboration skills• Excellent writing and communication skills• Proven ability to influence informal project relationships and deliver results in a matrixed organization• Comfortable with a level of fluidity, with the ability to re-prioritize without losing momentum• Excellent project management skills• Ability to negotiate internally and externally, with associations and partners• Ability to break down projects and pilots into component parts for project management activity and resource allocation, as well as ability to baseline kickoff metrics and track results for outcomes and efficacy measures• Confident with intra- and cross-team communications• Understanding of marketing and PR principles

Required:

• Bachelor Degree • Project management experience • Experience working with marketing materials, presentation creation, and PR releases• Collaborative experience working cross functionally with peers, teammates, or project leads to determine priority, approach, and tasks to complete deliverable

Preferred:

• Experience in Professional Development, Services or Consulting, or related field• Experience working in/with government or political organizations, school districts, state DOEs, for-profits, and/or other]]>Tue, 21 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Education-Content-Manager-Job-MA-02108/2559819/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Education-Content-Manager-Job-MA-02108/2559819/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Market Research Associate
Published Division/Department: Marketing Shared Services
Requisition #: 5885
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 0 - 10%
Position Type: 1099 Contractor
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Marketing

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) is seeking a Market Research Associate to join the Market Intelligence Team.

Position Overview

The Market Research Associate supports the Market Research Manager and Analysts team with project support tasks, including: survey programming & QA, incentive fulfillment, online community member management, recruitment, and other project executional logistics. The MR Associate will also participate in ongoing tasks and occasional process improvement projects to support and improve departmental efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Responsibilies & Tasks
- Research Project Support: Support Market Research Analysts & Managers with execution of primary market research projects. Example tasks may include:

o Recruitment support (screening calls, interview scheduling, email confirmations)

o Proofing, Programming, and Testing online surveys

o Respondent incentive administration

o Assisting w/research project respondent recruitment

o Pulling data from completed surveys for Analysts

o Coding open ended responses
- General Departmental Support: Participates in various ongoing tasks and occasional “side” projects to support and improve departmental efficiency and effectiveness. Example tasks may include:

o Managing member questions/issues for online teacher research panel

o Maintaining departmental internal websites – MI Central (stakeholder-facing) and Sharepoint (internal use) – uploading files, updating content, reorganizing, etc.

Requirements:
Skills & Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- 0-2 years professional experience in a corporate setting; project management experience desired; market research experience a plus.
- Strong attention to detail a must
- Fluency w/Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PPT)
- Experience designing, programming, analyzing primary market research instruments a plus (e.g. surveys, discussion guides, interview questionnaires, etc.) (either professional or academic experience)
- Experience w/market research software (survey management, statistical analysis) a plus (e.g. Qualtrics, Perseus, SurveyMonkey, CheckBox, ConfirmIt, Vovici, SPSS) (either professional or academic experience)
- NOTE: For latter two “plus” requirements – experience is not an absolute prerequisite, but willingness and ability to learn quickly are a must

NOTE: This is a full time - temporary opportunity, billed through a third party. The selected candidate will be employed by Zero Chaos, not HMH, but the individual will work on-site at HMH. The initial term is for six months.

About HMH

Boston-based Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company is a global education company with approximately $2.5 billion in combined revenue. The Company publishes a comprehensive set of best-in-class pre-K–12 educational solutions, ranging from research-based textbook programs to instructional technology to standards-based assessments for students and educators. The Company also publishes an extensive line of reference works and award-winning literature for adults and young readers. With origins dating back to 1832, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt combines its tradition of excellence with a commitment to innovation. To learn more about Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, visitwww.hmhco.com.

J2W:CB Exp. 06/02/13]]>Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Market-Research-Associate-Job-MA-02108/2576705/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Market-Research-Associate-Job-MA-02108/2576705/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Education Services Business Director (home based,location open)
Published Division/Department: Corporate Education Services
Requisition #: 5806
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Boston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 20% - 30%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Administrative / Executive

The Business Director will help establish the strategy and prioritization of team projects and deliverables; research market, opportunity, and competitive intelligence to validate project direction and priorities; manage the production schedule and pilot details (plus outcomes/efficacy) for service offerings being built; orchestrate the team’s annual calendar of events and activities; lead specific initiatives; and serve as a key point of contact for cross-functional communication and collaboration with Trade, Communications, and other internal teams. The Business Director will also serve as proxy for SVP for internal meetings or other activities, where appropriate/required

Assist with the planning, prioritization, and orchestration of service offerings, working closely with Practice Directors, clients, partners, and internal teams:• Validate addressable market for proposed projects, reviewing market intelligence and competitive landscape – as well as partner inputs – to optimize the pilot work the team undertakes• Provide project management to projects, association interactions, and pilot activities• Assist with planning, management, and benchmarking activities associated with pilots and projects• Track and analyze pilot activities, specifically focused on target efficacy and projected outcomes• Assist with procuring internal resources – budget, content, etc. – for pilots and other projects• Help coordinate partner and association pilots, POCs, and other conference activity
Lead specific team events and assist with coordination of other individual events.• Drive coordination and planning around thought leadership events (e.g., Client Advisory Council)

• Assist with coordination of additional activities (e.g., Colloquy), as needed

• Work with Trade, Marketing, and Communications to raise awareness about and promotion of team activities, recruit appropriate participants in events, and advocate for support and integration

• Serve as POC for CSR team, given the prospect of aligning events or activities for greater impact

• Partner with Sales to provide appropriate sales support, balanced against other team priorities

Help to establish and maintain the team’s annual strategy, production plan, and calendar:• Establish annual goals, working within the team and across HMH teams to prioritize the appropriate projects based on business need, resource allocation, and accounting for cross-team dependencies• Maintain team-wide production schedule and drive on-time, on-budget committed projects• Ensure appropriate coverage and budget for required annual events (internal, external, and ad hoc)• Analyze and help determine which annual partnerships, associations, and memberships are essential Provide additional market intelligence, analysis, and maintain reference and expert roster.• Mine market and opportunity research, and competitive analysis for in-progress or future initiatives• Assist with data collection and analysis of pilot project activity, and for project success post-transition to the LLC, analyzing feedback from sessions for revisions or extensions• Keep list of client and expert (internal or external) references for co-presentations, case studies, etc.• Understand roster of key internal resources, talents, locations, backgrounds, and areas of expertise, current or past, with special focus on services-oriented personnel

Support management of team’s budget (e.g., allocations for memberships, projects, T&E)

Requirements:
Skills

• Self-directed individual with strong teaming, organization, people, and collaboration skills• Excellent project management skills• Proven ability to influence informal project relationships and deliver results in a matrixed organization• Comfortable with a level of fluidity, with the ability to re-prioritize without losing momentum• Strong business, financials, and analytical skills• Negotiation skills – internal and external with associations and partners – to build and deliver data-driven case for appropriate get-gives

Confident with intra- and cross-team communications

Management and Financial

• Manage team deliverables (at a macro level), ensuring all deadlines are met • Assist with management of team budget• Analyze ROI (hard and soft) of annual partnerships and sponsorships to provide continuous YOY improvement in our investments

Ability to breakdown projects and pilots into component parts for project management activity and resource allocation, as well as ability to baseline kickoff metrics and track results for outcomes and efficacy measures

Education and Experience

Required: • Master’s Degree in Business, Education, or appropriately related field to the position• Project management experience • Experience with financial analysis• Experience with services or product development, marketing, and delivery• Experience in Professional Development, Services or Consulting, or related field

Preferred

Preferred:• Advanced degree or certification in project management, finance, management preferred• Experience working in/with government or political organizations, school districts, state DOEs, for-profits, and/or other]]>Tue, 21 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Education-Services-Business-Director-Job-MA-02108/2559821/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Boston-Education-Services-Business-Director-Job-MA-02108/2559821/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Market Research Associate
Published Division/Department: Marketing Shared Services
Requisition #: 5884
State/Province/County: Massachusetts
City: Wilmington
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 0 - 10%
Position Type: 1099 Contractor
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Marketing

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) is seeking a Market Research Associate to join the Market Intelligence Team.

Position Overview

The Market Research Associate supports the Market Research Manager and Analysts team with project support tasks, including: survey programming & QA, incentive fulfillment, online community member management, recruitment, and other project executional logistics. The MR Associate will also participate in ongoing tasks and occasional process improvement projects to support and improve departmental efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Responsibilies & Tasks
- Research Project Support: Support Market Research Analysts & Managers with execution of primary market research projects. Example tasks may include:

o Recruitment support (screening calls, interview scheduling, email confirmations)

o Proofing, Programming, and Testing online surveys

o Respondent incentive administration

o Assisting w/research project respondent recruitment

o Pulling data from completed surveys for Analysts

o Coding open ended responses
- General Departmental Support: Participates in various ongoing tasks and occasional “side” projects to support and improve departmental efficiency and effectiveness. Example tasks may include:

o Managing member questions/issues for online teacher research panel

o Maintaining departmental internal websites – MI Central (stakeholder-facing) and Sharepoint (internal use) – uploading files, updating content, reorganizing, etc.

Requirements:
Skills & Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- 0-2 years professional experience in a corporate setting; project management experience desired; market research experience a plus.
- Strong attention to detail a must
- Fluency w/Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PPT)
- Experience designing, programming, analyzing primary market research instruments a plus (e.g. surveys, discussion guides, interview questionnaires, etc.) (either professional or academic experience)
- Experience w/market research software (survey management, statistical analysis) a plus (e.g. Qualtrics, Perseus, SurveyMonkey, CheckBox, ConfirmIt, Vovici, SPSS) (either professional or academic experience)
- NOTE: For latter two “plus” requirements – experience is not an absolute prerequisite, but willingness and ability to learn quickly are a must

NOTE: This is a full time - temporary opportunity, billed through a third party. The selected candidate will be employed by Zero Chaos, not HMH, but the individual will work on-site at HMH. The initial term is for six months.

About HMH

Boston-based Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company is a global education company with approximately $2.5 billion in combined revenue. The Company publishes a comprehensive set of best-in-class pre-K–12 educational solutions, ranging from research-based textbook programs to instructional technology to standards-based assessments for students and educators. The Company also publishes an extensive line of reference works and award-winning literature for adults and young readers. With origins dating back to 1832, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt combines its tradition of excellence with a commitment to innovation. To learn more about Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, visit www.hmhco.com.

J2W:CB Exp. 06/02/13]]>Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Wilmington-Market-Research-Associate-Job-MA-01887/2576707/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Wilmington-Market-Research-Associate-Job-MA-01887/2576707/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Professional Services Analyst
Published Division/Department: Educational Consulting Services
Requisition #: 5924
State/Province/County: Texas
City: Austin
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 70% - 80%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Sales / Business Development

The services team within HMH’s Professional Services Organization provides implementation services for our most
sophisticated client programs that include both our traditional educational and next generation technology products.
The professional services analysts works as part of the HMH Analytics team to organize and deliver school district data
dashboards to school personnel in order to assist them in making informed data decisions to positively impact teaching
and learning.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Solution Development and Implementation: (80%)

Primary Accountabilities: Execution of the following HMH Processes for their project(s):
Implementation lifecycle including:
Data analysis
Systems design
Testing
Systems integration
Porting/software integration
Service operation:
Incident management
Problem management
Configuration management
Change management
Release management
Applications support

Additional solutions development and implementation processes as need to ensure profitable, efficient and effective delivery of professional services to our client

Client Relationship Management: (10%)
Primary Accountabilities: Establish/maintain client relationships so as to provide an additional resource to client and project teams for data analysis expertise.

Marketing and Sales Support: (5%)
Primary Accountabilities: Provide strategic and tactical sales support.

Other responsibilities: Other program and project management related activities as assigned by the Sr, Professional Services Analyst

Requirements:
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Must be willing to meet the travel requirements of the position.
Possess an analytical mind-set; have a comprehensive understanding of data principles, quality assurance and data validation
practices.
Ability to provide remote and onsite product training to customers.
Proven ability to understand the business and/or technology need and the ability to research and analyze solutions to meet the customer’s needs.
Must demonstrate strong time management skills, appropriate prioritization of responsibilities and flexibility.
Excellent written, verbal communication and comprehension skills.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Required: Four (4) year college degree (Bachelor’s degree) or significant work experience in lieu thereof.
Two (2) or more years of analytical experience within an educational environment.
Preferred: MS/MA/ME. Experience delivering technology solutions in the K-12 educational market.]]>Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Austin-Professional-Services-Analyst-Job-TX-73301/2611513/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Austin-Professional-Services-Analyst-Job-TX-73301/2611513/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Market Research Associate
Published Division/Department: Marketing Shared Services
Requisition #: 5886
State/Province/County: Illinois
City: Evanston
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 0 - 10%
Position Type: 1099 Contractor
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Marketing

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) is seeking a Market Research Associate to join the Market Intelligence Team.

Position Overview

The Market Research Associate supports the Market Research Manager and Analysts team with project support tasks, including: survey programming & QA, incentive fulfillment, online community member management, recruitment, and other project executional logistics. The MR Associate will also participate in ongoing tasks and occasional process improvement projects to support and improve departmental efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Responsibilies & Tasks
- Research Project Support: Support Market Research Analysts & Managers with execution of primary market research projects. Example tasks may include:

o Recruitment support (screening calls, interview scheduling, email confirmations)

o Proofing, Programming, and Testing online surveys

o Respondent incentive administration

o Assisting w/research project respondent recruitment

o Pulling data from completed surveys for Analysts

o Coding open ended responses
- General Departmental Support: Participates in various ongoing tasks and occasional “side” projects to support and improve departmental efficiency and effectiveness. Example tasks may include:

o Managing member questions/issues for online teacher research panel

o Maintaining departmental internal websites – MI Central (stakeholder-facing) and Sharepoint (internal use) – uploading files, updating content, reorganizing, etc.

Requirements:
Skills & Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- 0-2 years professional experience in a corporate setting; project management experience desired; market research experience a plus.
- Strong attention to detail a must
- Fluency w/Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PPT)
- Experience designing, programming, analyzing primary market research instruments a plus (e.g. surveys, discussion guides, interview questionnaires, etc.) (either professional or academic experience)
- Experience w/market research software (survey management, statistical analysis) a plus (e.g. Qualtrics, Perseus, SurveyMonkey, CheckBox, ConfirmIt, Vovici, SPSS) (either professional or academic experience)
- NOTE: For latter two “plus” requirements – experience is not an absolute prerequisite, but willingness and ability to learn quickly are a must

NOTE: This is a full time - temporary opportunity, billed through a third party. The selected candidate will be employed by Zero Chaos, not HMH, but the individual will work on-site at HMH. The initial term is for six months.

About HMH

Boston-based Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company is a global education company with approximately $2.5 billion in combined revenue. The Company publishes a comprehensive set of best-in-class pre-K–12 educational solutions, ranging from research-based textbook programs to instructional technology to standards-based assessments for students and educators. The Company also publishes an extensive line of reference works and award-winning literature for adults and young readers. With origins dating back to 1832, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt combines its tradition of excellence with a commitment to innovation. To learn more about Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, visitwww.hmhco.com.

J2W:CB Exp. 06/02/13]]>Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Evanston-Market-Research-Associate-Job-IL-60201/2576706/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Evanston-Market-Research-Associate-Job-IL-60201/2576706/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Associate QA Development Specialist
Published Division/Department: Global Supply Chain
Requisition #: 5782
State/Province/County: Florida
City: Orlando
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: None
Position Type: Full Time - Temporary
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Customer Service / Client Care
Under general direction of the Manager, CS Training, QA and Knowledge Management, the QA and Development Specialist monitors quality for a variety of customer transactions and identifies trends and opportunities for increased levels of performance. Uses quality data and information on new products and processes to assist in the design, development and facilitation of training. Responsible for creating/updating documents in Knowledge Database.

Monitors and reviews critical customer touchpoints which may include customer calls, orders, email inquiries and other customer interactions and provides quality results, feedback, training recommendations to CE Management team.
Uses quality data and information on new products and processes to assist in the design, development and facilitation of training. Develops training materials and tools such as job aides, in person and web-based training and multi-media training tools to meet learner needs. Measures effectiveness of training thru knowledge checks and monitoring of customer interactions.
Reviews/maintains knowledge database and develops/updates process and product documents to assist teams in responding to customer inquiries.

Requirements:
- 2-3 years relevant experience in order entry for School and/or Trade

- Prior experience in quality review and/or training development and facilitation]]>Sat, 11 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Orlando-Associate-QA-Development-Specialist-Job-FL-32801/2544917/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Orlando-Associate-QA-Development-Specialist-Job-FL-32801/2544917/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Distribution Systems Analyst
Published Division/Department: Global Supply Chain
Requisition #: 5672
State/Province/County: Indiana
City: Indianapolis
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 0 - 10%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Information Technology

On direction from System’s Manager; provide support to the Distribution process in general, assist with on-site support with enhancements as identified, generate system’s Queries/Reports as delegated to meet the informative requirements of the Management Staff as related to the WMS

*
Troubleshoot "WMS" applications as they affect the Distribution(s) Process.

*
Assist in the creation, design, and implementation of new processes to enhance "WMS" applications.

*
WMS (Warehouse Management System) new process system testing, end user testing lead, and Integration testing between the WMS, ERP, and other systems.

*
Provide system's support with regard to Query/Report requests.

*
Changes to and maintenance of WMS configurations.

*
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements
* AS 400 Experience of 1-3 years
* Application specialist of 1-3 years
* BA degree or working
* BS Business/Supply Chain Management preferred

“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and member of e-Verify.”

J2W:CB Exp. 04/27/13]]>Mon, 29 Apr 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Indianapolis-Distribution-Systems-Analyst-Job-IN-46201/2453859/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Indianapolis-Distribution-Systems-Analyst-Job-IN-46201/2453859/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Master Data Specialist
Published Division/Department: Global Supply Chain
Requisition #: 5691
State/Province/County: Illinois
City: Geneva
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 0 - 10%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Supply Chain

·
Act as a Master Data expert for the Centralized Master Data Team in either Material or Customer. Possesses an understanding and knowledge of SAP Master Data and their impact on the business units. Understands the relationship between products, customers and other integrated functions within SAP. Works with key divisional users to identify new requirements for Master Data and implement such requirements. Possess ability to create and maintain aspects of Master Data Records including, but not limited to, Customers, Materials, Bills of Material and Manufacturing Specifications. Possesses excellent communications skills. Establishes an excellent working relationship with the business units.Understands the expected service level commitments for the business unit and their requirement to meet and/or exceed the divisional expectation.
1

Creates and maintains Materials/ Bills of Materials/Customers for the business units based on information provided by the business unit, verifying that the appropriate information is supplied for input into SAP. Understands each Business unit’s process and can make recommendation or provide support to other team members as needed.

* Create materials/customers, and Bill of Materials in SAP based on information provided by the division. Reviewing the information for completeness and accuracy based on the business requirement/process.
* Accurately reflect the appropriate product or customer information in Master Data Record.
* Perform MASS update functions on the Master Data Record based on business requirements.
* Offers guidance and support to team members in determining appropriate actions to be taken by the team or business units
* Uses Winshuttle or other automated functionality when appropriate.

2

Applies knowledge and understanding of divisional requirements appropriately in SAP.

* Understands the Impacts of Master Data throughout the organization
* Raises issues and risks to appropriate team members relating to Master Data and impacts in other areas of the business
* Works with business units and appropriate team members to resolve Master Data issues in an efficient and timely manner
* Assists in testing change requests affecting master data

3

Generate existing reports as required via SAP R/3 and Business Warehouse

* Reviews the Master Data Record created/updated for completeness and accuracy based on the business requirement/process and initial request

4

Assist in documentation of process internal to Master Data Organization as well as assist with documentation of inputs/outputs to Master Data Organization

* Assist in creating templates to be used for data requests
* Assist in creating process documentation for process and make recommendation for improvements

Requirements:
5 years publishing, inventory planning, manufacturing or SAP Master data experience

Microsoft applications (Word – Excel) & analytical computer skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent analytical skills.

Configuration and application knowledge of SAP Material Master.

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and member of E-Verify.

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J2W:CB Exp. 05/18/13]]>Wed, 08 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Geneva-Master-Data-Specialist-Job-IL-60134/2473217/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Geneva-Master-Data-Specialist-Job-IL-60134/2473217/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Financial/Operations Analyst
Published Division/Department: Sales Operations
Requisition #: 5730
State/Province/County: Florida
City: Orlando
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 10% - 20%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Finance

Under general supervision, the Sr. Financial Analyst performs complex budgeting and accounting functions; conducts financial, statistical, and analytical studies; prepares and assists in the preparation of financial reports, statements, and analyses according to prescribed guidelines; performs related duties as required. This position will support multiple Sales Operations groups in the Domestic Sales organization.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None; provides assistance and guidance to other staff assigned to business units within supported business vertical.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Accounting
Performs complex accounting functions for business units
Coordinate, prepare and review month-end closing process, accounting entries and documents
Perform periodic review of financial reports and verify accuracy

Budgeting
Develop annual budgets - coordinates the development, implementation and control of budgets by preparing, balancing, compiling, and entering budget data

Create quarterly forecasts
Perform statistical analysis of revenue and expense versus budgets
Monitor and evaluate budgets and forecasts

Communications and Technical Support
Maintain communication with internal clients regarding financial matters
Provide information and technical support in the development and revision of processes

Financial Reporting
Assist in managing the Division's financial and sales reporting functions
Preparing overall divisional sales and product reports
Assist in the month-end close process

Perform variance analysis
Create and maintain statistical reports
Provide ad hoc reports and analysis for various managers as requested
Develop new reports as necessary to improve divisional efficiency
Plan and monitor timelines to meet strict deadlines in reporting as required

Research and Data Analysis
Identify key trends impacting revenue, expense and EBITDA
Research and analyze financial data for internal clients
Create, organize, and maintain files related to sales and commission reporting using database and spreadsheet programs
Retrieve and organize data into required reporting formats
Collect, retrieve and organize data to identify financial discrepancies and resolve issues
Recommend solutions and ensure corrections or changes are implemented properly.

Potential projects
Development of business process models for use in managing selling aspects of business
Measuring sales efficacy
Developing robust pipeline reporting process and analysis framework
Customer profiling
Commission modeling
Analysis of sales implementations

Requirements:
Systems/Applications Knowledge Required
Microsoft Excel (highly skilled)
Microsoft Access (skilled, including reporting)
SAP R/3, Business Warehouse
Preferred
Crystal Reports
Salesforce.com
Business Objects Explorer (or similar)

Experience and Education
Required
BS in Business, Finance or Accounting
3-5 years related work experience
Knowledge of GAAP
Understanding of control models
Broad understanding of business requirements
Professional Consulting Services knowledge
Experience building budgets and forecasts
Strong interpersonal skills - ability to work with business leaders across the enterprise
Strong quantitative skills

Preferred
CPA a plus
MBA a plus
Familiarity with financial applications
Familiarity with financial modeling tools
Publishing Industry knowledge
Technical Accounting knowledge
Business Process analysis and design
Assist in the month-end close process
Perform variance analysis
Create and maintain statistical reports
Provide ad hoc reports and analysis for various managers as requested
Develop new reports as necessary to improve divisional efficiency
Plan and monitor timelines to meet strict deadlines in reporting as require

HMH is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer m/f/d/v and memeber of e-Verify.]]>Thu, 16 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Orlando-Sr-Financial-Analyst-Sales-Operations-Job-FL-32801/2489849/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Orlando-Sr-Financial-Analyst-Sales-Operations-Job-FL-32801/2489849/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS Published Job Title: Sr Financial Analyst - Sales Operations
Published Division/Department: Sales Operations
Requisition #: 5833
State/Province/County: Florida
City: Orlando
Country: United States
Percentage of Travel: 10% - 20%
Position Type: Full Time - Regular
Shift: 1st Shift
Interest Category: Finance

Under general supervision, the Sr. Financial Analyst performs complex budgeting and accounting functions; conducts financial, statistical, and analytical studies; prepares and assists in the preparation of financial reports, statements, and analyses according to prescribed guidelines; performs related duties as required. This position will support multiple Sales Operations groups in the Domestic Sales organization.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None; provides assistance and guidance to other staff assigned to business units within supported business vertical

Duties and Responsibilities:
Accounting
Performs complex accounting functions for business units
Coordinate, prepare and review month-end closing process, accounting entries and documents
Perform periodic review of financial reports and verify accuracy

Budgeting
Develop annual budgets - coordinates the development, implementation and control of budgets by preparing, balancing, compiling, and entering budget data
Create quarterly forecasts
Perform statistical analysis of revenue and expense versus budgets
Monitor and evaluate budgets and forecasts
Communications and Technical Support
Maintain communication with internal clients regarding financial matters
Provide information and technical support in the development and revision of processes

Financial Reporting
Assist in managing the Division's financial and sales reporting functions
Preparing overall divisional sales and product reports
Assist in the month-end close process
Perform variance analysis
Create and maintain statistical reports
Provide ad hoc reports and analysis for various managers as requested
Develop new reports as necessary to improve divisional efficiency
Plan and monitor timelines to meet strict deadlines in reporting as required

Research and Data Analysis
Identify key trends impacting revenue, expense and EBITDA
Research and analyze financial data for internal clients
Create, organize, and maintain files related to sales and commission reporting using database and spreadsheet programs
Retrieve and organize data into required reporting formats
Collect, retrieve and organize data to identify financial discrepancies and resolve issues
Recommend solutions and ensure corrections or changes are implemented properly.

Potential projects
Development of business process models for use in managing selling aspects of business
Measuring sales efficacy
Developing robust pipeline reporting process and analysis framework
Customer profiling
Commission modeling
Analysis of sales implementations

Requirements:
Systems/Applications Knowledge Required
Microsoft Excel (highly skilled)
Microsoft Access (skilled, including reporting)
SAP R/3, Business Warehouse
Preferred
Crystal Reports
Salesforce.com
Business Objects Explorer (or similar)

Experience and Education Required
BS in Business, Finance or Accounting
3-5 years related work experience
Knowledge of GAAP
Understanding of control models
Broad understanding of business requirements
Professional Consulting Services knowledge
Experience building budgets and forecasts
Strong interpersonal skills - ability to work with business leadersacross the enterprise
Strong quantitative skills

Preferred
CPA a plus
MBA a plus
Familiarity with financial applications
Familiarity with financial modeling tools
Publishing Industry knowledge
Technical Accounting knowledge
Business Process analysis and design
Assist in the month-end close process
Perform variance analysis
Create and maintain statistical reports
Provide ad hoc reports and analysis for various managers as requested
Develop new reports as necessary to improve divisional efficiency
Plan and monitor timelines to meet strict deadlines in reporting as require

HMH is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer m/f/d/v and member of e-Verify.

J2W:CB Exp. 06/03/13
*LI-CT1]]>Thu, 23 May 2013 03:00:00 GMThttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Orlando-Sr-Financial-Analyst-Sales-Operations-Job-FL-32801/2565058/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.hmhco.com/job/Orlando-Sr-Financial-Analyst-Sales-Operations-Job-FL-32801/2565058/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS