We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst/Manager to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in analyzing financial data, developing models, and providing insights to support strategic decisions. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive improvements in profitability and financial processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze gross profit trends to identify key drivers, including cost reductions, material variances, and logistics impacts.<br>• Collaborate with sales teams to evaluate the influence of market trends, discounts, and pricing strategies on gross profit.<br>• Develop and maintain robust financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes.<br>• Conduct variance analysis to identify discrepancies between actual results and budgeted figures, providing actionable recommendations.<br>• Manage annual budget preparation and oversee ongoing budget monitoring processes.<br>• Improve financial systems and processes to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Deliver detailed reports and presentations to stakeholders, highlighting key financial performance metrics.<br>• Provide insights and recommendations to support long-term business growth and profitability.<br>• Partner with other departments to ensure alignment of financial strategies with organizational goals.<br>• Monitor industry trends and market data to inform decision-making and strategic planning.
<p>The AV Account Manager will also be responsible for opportunity management, reporting to the SVP of Sales. He/she is expected to independently and actively seek new clients. While referrals are common, Account Managers are responsible for "filling the sales funnel" on their own and are held accountable for their own prospecting and sales efforts.</p><p>Notwithstanding the independence for prospecting and sales, Account Managers work collaboratively with each other as well as with Marketing, Operations, Finance and other teams to facilitate being able to deliver comprehensive solution proposals to the potential client.</p><p>Primary functions of the AV Account Manager include but are not limited to:</p><p>• Pursue audio visual integration business opportunities for AVX within enterprise corporate space, as well as other potential growth markets. This is accomplished through cold or referred sales calls and meetings, active networking and inquiry, etc.</p><p>• Identify client needs, select appropriate products and solutions to meet or exceed those needs, and propose solutions for client. Deliver and perform follow up activities as needed.</p><p>• Cultivate client relationships by being both responsive and proactive with the client’s key stakeholders.</p><p>• Input customer information into the organization’s client management platform to ensure accurate records and efficient communication between sales staff and company departments.</p><p>• Update sales funnel records (sales stages such as lead follow up, quoting, order processing, etc.) in organization’s client management platform to ensure and report on up-to-date sales forecasts/projections.</p><p>• Document orders accurately to best enable logistics and follow up to ensure timely and effective processing. Collaborate with team for alternative plans if necessary.</p><p>• Working collaboratively others, identify alternative solutions for the client should original ideas/products/solutions not be available.</p><p>• Working collaboratively with service teams, help identify new products/solutions for previous clients who may be facing obstacles due to products obsolescing.</p><p>Account Managers are often required to meet with potential or current clients out of the office, so they are expected to have reliable and business appropriate transportation, proof of valid driver's license and insurance, and a clean driving record.</p><p>Requires pre-employment drug testing, criminal background screening and reference checking; successful candidates will have satisfactory results in all three of those areas.</p><p>If you want to be a part of this dynamic industry and build your career with a company worthy of your talent, the Senior VP of Sales would love to meet you!</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Executive Assistant in St. Louis Park, MN. This role combines executive assistance with office management responsibilities, requiring exceptional multitasking and communication skills. As this is a long-term contract position, you will work closely with a team to ensure the efficient operation of the office and support the leadership team in their day-to-day activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the President’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, events, and appointments, and ensure all commitments are met.</p><p>• Organize and maintain both electronic and physical filing systems to ensure easy access to important documents.</p><p>• Coordinate travel arrangements for both business and personal trips, including booking flights, accommodations, and transportation.</p><p>• Support with administrative tasks such as document preparation, filing, and follow-ups.</p><p>• Handle routine administrative processes related to trust and foundation management, banking, and investment portfolios.</p><p>• Oversee office operations, ensuring supplies are stocked and the workspace remains organized and efficient.</p><p>• Address maintenance needs and manage service providers for the owner’s private residence, including alarm systems and onsite staff.</p><p>• Assist in preparing materials and coordinating logistics for executive meetings.</p><p>• Act as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, maintaining an organized and approachable demeanor.</p><p>• Maintain and update schedules for key events and meetings across the organization.</p>
