Accounting / Administrative Assistant - Part Time

Lorton Data has a great opportunity for the right individual. We are hiring for the part-time position of Accounting / Administrative Assistant, to assist the accounting department and provide general office support. The ideal candidate will be a friendly, conscientious, detail-oriented person who constantly strives to do accurate work. Position hours are 1-5PM, M-F (we may be able to be flexible on the work schedule; please email to inquire about a different schedule).

• Friendly and professional work environment
• Health and dental insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• SIMPLE retirement plan
• Pretax plan for medical/dental insurance premiums
• Conveniently located in Minneapolis, just north of the University of MN, with free parking

• Matches vendor invoices with purchase orders to verify pricing and approval of payment.
• Enters vendor invoice information into accounting program and reviews for accuracy. Mails out all payments and files vendor invoices.
• Creates customer invoices in accounting program and reviews for accuracy. Prints, mails, and files invoices. Performs credit card transactions.
• Backs up accounts receivable.
• Answers incoming telephone calls on the main line and welcomes on-site visitors.
• Assists CEO and CFO with administrative details / duties.
• Assists with mailing and shipping. Receives, sorts, and routes mail and packages.
• Orders and maintains office supplies.
• Performs other clerical duties as needed, such as filing, photocopying, collating, and shredding.
• Provides company-wide support.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• One year experience working in an office setting.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles required.
• Computer experience with spreadsheets and word processing software.
• Must be detail-oriented and have familiarity with computers.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, pleasant personality, clear speaking voice.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to deal with multiple priorities.
• Must project a professional image on phone and in person.
• Basic math skills.
• Typing 30 wpm.
• Preferred (not required): Formal accounting education. Previous bookkeeping or receptionist experience.

Lorton Data - Human Resources
2125 E Hennepin Ave Ste 200
Minneapolis, MN 55413
email: hr at lortondata dot com
fax: 612.362.0299
phone: 612.362.0209

Database Marketing Analyst

Lorton Data is now hiring for the position of Database Marketing Analyst, who will analyze, reformat, update and enhance our clients’ marketing databases to increase the effectiveness of their marketing campaigns. This person will also act as the Lead Analyst in performing response analysis. The ideal candidate will be an analytical, independent “doer” who puts a premium on accuracy. If you have built a career as a Database Marketing Analyst and can juggle multiple projects while keeping an eye on the details, we would like to talk to you.

We offer a great place to work, competitive compensation and an excellent benefit package including:

• Friendly and professional work environment
• Conveniently located in Minneapolis, north of the University of MN, with free parking available
• Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
• Health and dental insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• SIMPLE retirement plan
• Pretax plan for medical/dental insurance premiums and dependent care expenses
• Tuition reimbursement

Responsibilities include:

• Converts customer information to our system using a variety of computers, equipment and software.
• Analyzes files and instructions, pinpoints potential problems, and suggests methods to counter their effects.
• Performs complex data conversions.
• Utilizes and modifies programs to manipulate data and increase database integrity. Prepares files and initiates the following processes: ZIP + 4^®, postal presort, inkjet file creation, merge/purge, NCOA^Link®, and other data services.
• Produces output per client specifications. Outputs include: standard files, inkjet files, labels, personalized laser letters, reports, or custom output.
• Utilizes mapping software to increase the value of market analysis and customer profiles.
• Designs and generates reports.
• Acts as the Lead Analyst in performing response analysis and suggesting methods to increase the effectiveness of our clients’ marketing campaigns.
• Communicates with project coordinators and clients regarding issues throughout the project, and provides updates to project coordinators concerning project progress.
• Communicates with clients about project results.
• Works with Sales department to develop new product and service offerings.

Skills and Education Required:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in database marketing and response analysis
• Experience with file manipulation (reformatting, sorting, merging, querying, reporting) and a variety of data types/structures
• MS Windows experience
• Independent learner
• Problem-solving ability
• Strong attention to detail
• College degree required

Skills Desired (not required - we will train):

• FoxPro or Dbase
• SQL
• Crystal Reports
• Database management
• Experience using any of the following software: Postalsoft/Firstlogic, Group 1, Mail Manager, or equivalent

Lorton Data - Human Resources
2125 E Hennepin Ave Ste 200
Minneapolis, MN 55413
email: hr at lortondata dot com
fax: 612.362.0299
phone: 612.362.0209

C# / ASP.Net / VB.Net / SQL Server Developer

Lorton Data is looking for an experienced Software Application Developer. In addition to the required technical competencies, the ideal candidate is also organized, communicative, quality-focused, and team oriented.

Responsibilities Include:

• Serves as a member of a small team developing and enhancing a variety of industry-transforming applications to support our customers’ data management needs.
• Performs testing to ensure that programs written by self and others meet specifications.
• Consults with internal and external clients to analyze, understand, and document the following: functions to be automated, client needs, desired features, and input and output requirements.
• Analyzes, defines, and documents system requirements for: data, workflow, logical processes, hardware and operating system environment, interfaces with other systems, internal and external checks and controls, input and outputs.
• Develops and maintains plans outlining steps and time tables for developing, testing, and installing applications. Regularly reports on project progress.
• Converts designs and specifications into code.
• Writes and maintains documentation to describe program development, logic, coding, testing, changes, corrections, and installation and operating procedures.
• Trains end users and/or technical support staff to use programs.
• Generates ad-hoc and programmed reports.
• Provides technical assistance by responding to inquiries regarding problems or questions with programs.

Education, Experience and Skills Required:

• Minimum of 4 years of related technical and professional experience
• Bachelors degree
• Understanding of software methodology
• Experience with C#, VB.Net, ASP.Net
• Experience with SQL Server
• Experience with web application development
• Experience with HTML and XML
• Experience with report generation
• Excellent project management skills
• Good organizational and communication skills
• Love of learning. Committed to professional development
• Experience in the database marketing industry a plus
• FoxPro knowledge a plus
• Local candidates only, no relocation (Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area)

Company Description:

Lorton Data offers data management services and products that increase the effectiveness and reduce the cost of direct marketing, fund raising, and customer communication. Lorton Data serves businesses and organizations of all types in the United States and Canada, including direct marketing firms, letter shops and printers, non-profit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions.

As an employer we offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefit package including:

• Collegial work environment
• Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
• Health and dental insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• SIMPLE retirement savings plan
• Profit-sharing plan
• Pretax plan for medical/dental insurance premiums and dependent care expenses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Conveniently located in Minneapolis with free parking

Lorton Data - Human Resources
2125 E Hennepin Ave Ste 200
Minneapolis, MN 55413
email: hr at lortondata dot com
fax: 612.362.0299
phone: 612.362.0209

Sales Representative

Lorton Data is hiring for the key position of Sales Representative. As part of an ambitious growth plan we are looking for an experienced, successful Sales Representative to develop new business opportunities. Lorton will reward your results, and you are the only limit on how far you can go. The successful candidate will be a competitive, independent "doer" and a stimulating influence on everyone they meet, with a successful track record of closing sales. If you constantly strive to be the best, we would like to talk to you.

Lorton Data provides database marketing services including data quality/hygiene improvement, data conversion/transformation, enhancement services, and data mining and analysis. This position will focus on selling data hygiene services. Our customers choose Lorton Data for our high level of customer service, flexibility, and our focus on quality. Our mission is to make our customers more successful.

Responsibilities include:

• Initiate, build and close sales opportunities through contact with business, nonprofit, and government entities.
• Work with Sales Manager to create sales strategies and develop sales goals and plans to meet corporate goals.
• Develop sales presentations.
• Compile lists of prospective clients for use as sales leads.
• Make outbound calls to prospects to qualify leads and sell products and services.
• Make outside sales visits with prospects to qualify leads and sell products and services. Some travel required.
• Prepare price estimates and formal quotes.
• Exhibit and attend trade shows and conferences.
• Stay abreast of competition to ensure we maintain or improve our competitive position.
• Keep abreast of industry developments and network with others in the industry.
• Provide insights on market conditions, new business opportunities, and competitors to build sales.

Experience required:

• Minimum one year of sales experience.
• Proven track record in cold calling and closing sales.

Education and experience preferred:

• Sales training
• General knowledge of postal regulations
• Bachelors degree from a four-year college or university
• Experience in any of the following industries helpful: database services, lettershop, printing, list sales.

Skills required:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively interact with a wide range of people
• Ability to operate a PC efficiently and to use Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Must present a professional image and have a pleasant phone voice
• Hard-working, self-managing, and self-motivated
• Excellent organizational skills
• Must hold a valid MN Driver's License and have a good driving record
• Some travel required

We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefit package including:

• Friendly and professional work environment
• Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
• Health and dental insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• SIMPLE retirement plan
• Profit sharing plan
• Pretax plan for medical/dental insurance premiums and dependent care expenses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Conveniently located in Minneapolis, north of the University of MN, with free parking
• Please visit www.lortondata.com for more information on our company

Lorton Data - Human Resources
2125 E Hennepin Ave Ste 200
Minneapolis, MN 55413
email: hr at lortondata dot com
fax: 612.362.0299
phone: 612.362.0209

This analytical, independent "doer" will put a premium on accuracy, follow up on details, juggle multiple projects, and complete projects on time.

Responsibilities include:

• Converts customer information to our system using a variety of computers, equipment and software.
• Verifies file structure, record layout, content and usability.
• Analyzes files and instructions, pinpoints potential problems, presents questions and observations, and suggests methods to counter their effects.
• Communicates with project coordinators and clients regarding issues throughout the project, and provides updates to project coordinators concerning project progress.
• Utilizes and modifies programs to manipulate information.
• Produces output items per client specifications. Outputs include: inkjet files, labels, personalized laser letters, standard files, or custom output.

• Experience in the direct mail and marketing communications industry
• Experience with file manipulation (sorting, merging, querying) and a variety of data types/structures
• MS Windows experience
• Problem-solving ability
• Strong attention to detail
• High school diploma required; advanced education preferred

• Basic knowledge of MS DOS
• FoxPro or Dbase
• SQL
• Crystal Reports
• Database management
• Experience using any of the following software: Postalsoft/Business Objects, Group 1, Mail Manager, or equivalent

• Friendly and professional work environment
• Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• SIMPLE retirement plan
• Pretax plan for medical/dental insurance premiums and dependent care expenses
• Tuition reimbursement

Lorton Data - Human Resources
2125 E Hennepin Ave Ste 200
Minneapolis, MN 55413
email: hr at lortondata dot com
fax: 612.362.0299
phone: 612.362.0209