Business Analyst

Company: MNI Targeted Media Inc
Location: Stamford
Posted on: May 13, 2022

Job Description:

Job TitleBusiness AnalystJob DescriptionI. Job Summary - Major goals and objectives.MNI Targeted Media, a division of DotDash Meredith provides a single point of contact for multiplatform, customized and targeted advertising. From research and strategy to implementation and analysis, MNI Targeted Media offers the print and digital products and services needed to efficiently and effectively reach audiences in select markets.We are looking for a key Business Analyst that will work with our extensive sales team as well as the team based in our Stamford CT. Headquarters. This role is part of two-person team that has responsibility for managing our client contract submissions, including account set up, order entry, verification, analysis, reporting and internal customer support. Duties for reporting and sales support include sales territory analysis for revenue, accounts/clients, products, special handling on key accounts, and tracking legal documents when required. The analyst plays a key role in monthly billing process including reconciliations, discrepancies, payment questions and analysis. II. Essential Job FunctionsWeight %Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results60%Verify and process all contract paperwork, including account setup, order entry.Review and approve individual IOs.Analyze various booking scenarios to ensure data ties back to reports.Confirm to Digital team campaigns that are ready to launch or may need revisions.Coordinate with Production teams on special bookingsWork with Sales team on legal terms and operational requirements.Process Monthly Billing from Matrix to Oracle Process digital campaign revisions.20%Reporting and Sales SupportGenerate reporting for Sales/Marketing/Finance.Research ad-hoc revenue and booking discrepancies.Respond to various inquiries/requests from clients.Provide pricing and title options for proposals for magazine clients. Help reps manage special accounts.Communicate financial and process updates to Sales teams.Build and modify MicroStrategy reports.10%Assist other departments: Credit + Collections, Digital billing, pre-payment verification & communications10%Misc. Help with Audits, collection reporting, discrepancies, system improvements, etc.All other duties as assigned.100%III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements - All must be met to be considered.Education: Minimum Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field, or equivalent work experienceExperience: 2-3 years business analyst work preferably at a digital media company or agency. Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Excellent critical thinking and analytical skillsAdvanced MS Excel skills with the capability to organize and analyze large sets of dataStrong familiarity with Outlook, Word, PowerPoint (Microsoft Suites)Experience working with Salesforce.com and Oracle preferredEffective verbal and written skillsAbility to work independently; strong communication skills; detail oriented and organized; team player with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with key constituentsAbility to think independently, and to question people and processes.Proactive thinker with the ability to spot opportunities for improvement and implement strategies to addressMust be highly collaborative with the ability to interact effectively with team members towards common values, goals, and objectivesAbility to prioritize multiple tasks and the flexibility to changing needs of the businessMust be highly organized with a proven process for staying on-top of deliverablesAbility to meet tight deadlines.% Travel Required (Approximate): > 10%#LI-CM1It is the policy of Meredith Operations Corporation ("Dotdash Meredith", "the Company") to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing Meredith.Human.Resources@meredith.com.The Company requires employees entering its workplaces, performing work offsite, or attending a company sponsored event to verify and provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. The Company will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees#NMG#

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