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Manager, Finance
Indigo
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
À propos
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
The Manager, Finance & Accounting is responsible for leading a team of Finance and Accounting professionals and managing day-to-day financial operations, including banking, sales audit, accounts receivable, sales tax, and financial reporting and general accounting that aligns with IFRS requirements.
This position will be directly involved in executing strategies that will allow for future growth and efficiencies within the finance team and beyond. The successful candidate will be a key business partner who collaborates with other areas of the business to support financial reporting, analysis, and key cross-functional projects.
KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS
Timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and management reporting on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis
Ensuring compliance with internal controls across the business
Identifying and driving efficiencies within the accounting team
Fostering a healthy coaching and mentoring environment
Ability to develop and execute on process improvements that drive accuracy and efficiency
Timely response to internal queries for information and/or assistance
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Functional
Manage the overall accounting functional areas on a day-to-day basis
Challenge the status quo and consistently identify areas for improvement by diagnosing issues and working to resolve them
Champion continuous improvement projects to better position the accounting department for the strategic growth of the business, including through the responsible application of new and emerging technologies
Act as an internal consultant by providing user-friendly financial expertise to other functional areas of the Business
Identify opportunities in cash management while processing payments in a timely manner to maintain strong relationships with vendors
Build and maintain good relationships with financial institutions
Ensure timely, and accurate period, quarter, and fiscal year close processes:
Prepare and review month-end journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supplementary financial reports
Support the presentation of financial results to senior management, providing insightful and timely analysis on results when compared to plan and prior year in partnership with the Financial Planning and Analysis team
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure variances from plan are documented and understood
Assist with annual budgets and forecasts
Act as a key liaison and accounting contact with all external auditors
Collaborate with Internal Audit to develop, document, and maintain a strong internal control environment
Review and process various sales tax filings while administering payments by due dates
Develop accounting policies and support the accounting team with the interpretation of complex technical issues
Ad-hoc requests and projects, as assigned
Act as an advocate for the customer by placing them at the forefront of all design and decision-making processes and proactively keeping their expectations and needs top-of-mind
People
Build strong teams by attracting and developing the best talent with effective mentorship
Bring out the best in others by empowering and constructively stretching talent
Give authentic feedback on performance and potential
Help others see the impacts of their efforts and proactively engage other functions to receive input
Ensure that all team members continually strive to improve their performance and productivity, and have clear performance objectives that are aligned with Indigo and department goals
Support the development of department objectives, targets, and staff training initiatives
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
Encourage others to freely share their point of view and be open to feedback
Accountable for the overall engagement, productivity, turnover and bench strength of the team
Cultural
Model Indigo's beliefs and convey a positive image in everything 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 Teams
Legal
Information Technology
Human Resources
Supply Chain
External:
External auditors
Financial institutions
Taxation authorities
Qualifications
Work Experience / Education / Certifications
CPA designation
University degree in Business, Accounting or Finance
5-10 years of experience in finance, including at least 2 years in a management position
Experience in a retail industry is an asset
Competencies / Skills / Attributes
Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and sales tax
Income tax expertise is an asset
Knowledge of SAP
Strong competency in Excel, Word and Powerpoint
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization
Experience leading and motivating teams
Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines, multi-task and complete projects on time
Must take initiative and have a curious mind
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.
Compétences linguistiques
- English
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