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Über
Indigo is a physical and digital place inspired by and filled with books, ideas, beautifully designed lifestyle products, and the creative people who help make it all happen. We believe in real books, living life fully and generously, being kind to each other and to the environment, and that stories — big and little — connect us. Indigo is our customer's happy place — for joyful moments of discovery and to connect with people who share their passion for reading, their belief in ideas, and their commitment to making the world a better and more beautiful place.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Our Mission is to inspire reading and enrich the lives of booklovers. As such, we believe in the power of people and their stories. We aim to attract top talent, nurture the potential of our employees, and create space for everyone to thrive. Our Guiding Principles are the few key ideas that are meant to influence everything we do, every day.
We Will Hire, Inspire, Promote and Retain the Best
We Will Be Customer Centric
We Will Be Entrepreneurial
We Will Be Committed to Caring About Each Other, Our Communities, and Our Environment
We Will Be Committed to True and Shared Value Creation
We Will Be Systems Thinking, Data Driven and AI enabled
Job Description
MISSION
Reporting to the Director, Finance & Accounting, the Senior Financial & Internal Audit Analyst is responsible for assessing the design and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting, as well as supporting an ongoing assessment of risk with a continuous improvement mindset. Additionally, this role will perform annual audit procedures over the Indigo Books & Music Impact Report.
On a periodic basis, this role will further provide technical support to the core accounting team, such as through the preparation of discrete accounting journal entries and financial reporting where an effective segregation of duties can be maintained.
KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS
Timely completion of internal audit procedures throughout the year, with a particular focus on internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) and the sustainability Impact Report that the organization publishes annually
Effective reporting of audit findings and development of actionable recommendations
Meet all applicable financial reporting deadlines while keeping quality top of mind to facilitate an effective period end close
Provide timely response and feedback to internal queries for information and/or assistance
Strong communication skills to enable effective collaboration with cross functional partners and maintain a high-quality audit trail
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Functional
Internal Audit
Participate in the risk assessment process and development of continuous auditing cycle
Perform detailed audit procedures, including: conducting interviews; observing operations; reviewing transactions, documentation, and records; analyzing and explaining unusual variances and trends; assessing compliance with organizational policies and generally accepted accounting principles
Observe and understand business processes to ensure that they are documented completely and accurately by process owners and to ensure that relevant controls are adequately designed to mitigate risks
Liaise and interact with various business stakeholders across the organization and seek opportunities for operational improvement and efficiency, including through ad hoc operational audits
Summarize and report on audit findings, providing actionable recommendations and suggestions to improve and remediate deficiencies
Oversee access rights as well as ongoing training and guidance on the AuditBoard system as new users are added over time
Assist external auditors with their fieldwork, where appropriate
Assist with certain government compliance filings
Financial Reporting
Maintain and prepare certain monthly journal entries; conduct regular reviews of related accounts and conduct structured analyses of data for consolidated results
Produce and create reports from the accounting system, adhering to processes to ensure accuracy and completeness of records
Participate in financial analysis and discussion of results on a monthly basis
Provide input in the development of the annual budget
Prepare the monthly financial statements for the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation, as well as associated charitable tax filings
Engage and assist with the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation's external audit by ensuring proper support documents are gathered and provided in a timely manner
Challenge the status quo by participating in financial system continuous improvement projects, including the streamlining of business processes and new IT system upgrades or implementations
Act as an advocate for the customer by placing their expectations and needs at the forefront of all design and decision-making processes
Ad hoc requests and projects, as assigned
People
Collaborate with others to drive flexible and iterative solutions, quickly and easily
Share technical knowledge with others and actively seek to learn from those more knowledgeable than yourself
Cultural
Model Indigo's values everything that you do
Celebrate diversity of thought and have an open mindset
Take an active role in fostering a culture of continual learning, taking risks without the fear of making mistakes
Embrace, champion, and influence change through your team and/or the organization
SCOPE
Reports to: Director, Finance & Accounting
Manager once Removed (MOR): Vice President, Finance & Accounting
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Internal:
Finance
Sustainability
Information Technology
Procurement
Supply Chain
Human Resources
Loyalty
Creative
Legal
Real Estate
Marketing
External:
External Auditors
Vendors
Qualifications
Work Experience / Education / Certifications
University degree in Finance, Business or Accounting
Professional accounting or auditing designation (such as CPA, CIA) or close to obtaining one
3+ years of experience in internal or external audit roles
Competencies / Skills / Attributes
Working understanding of IFRS and ASNPO reporting frameworks
Willingness to take ownership of projects, enabled by strong organizational skills and diligent follow-up on action items
Ability to prioritize workload and multi-task to complete projects on time
Effective problem solving and decision-making skills, including an ability to interpret when a problem could exist based on quantitative and/or qualitative indicators
Ongoing pursuit of thought leadership with a continuous improvement mindset
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including with respect to developing and delivering presentations and reports
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Experience with sustainability and ESG reporting frameworks, SAP, and/or audit management software is considered an asset
Additional Information
At Indigo, all applications submitted are reviewed in detail by our HR team. In certain aspects of the hiring process artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used, specifically for screening and assessments. These tools support our team and are used to help bring relevant criteria to the foreground and do not replace human judgment. We are committed to using AI responsibly, fairly, and in compliance with applicable employment and anti-discrimination laws. We regularly review these tools to help prevent bias or discrimination.
At Indigo, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility are core to our values. We integrate these principles into our training, policies, and hiring practices and continuously evolve to reflect the needs of the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and lived experiences, including but not limited to individuals who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at
This posting is for a current opportunity within Indigo.
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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