Company Description Current Indigo employees should apply through the Internal Mobility page using your @indigo.ca email address. Dedicated to telling stories and creating experiences, Indigo is always looking for bright, energetic and customer-focused people who can help bring our exciting mission to life in one of our more than 150 Indigo, Indigospirit, Chapters and Coles stores across Canada. We offer a variety of exciting opportunities at our retail stores, distribution centres, and home office for people who share our passions and want to be part of a dynamic and enriching culture. WHO WE ARE
We love books and all things beautiful
We are Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Cultural Department Store
Books are our heart and our soul and Great Books are JUST the Beginning\xe2\x80\xa6
We play by the following rules:
We exist to add joy to our customers\xe2\x80\x99 lives each and every time they interact with us and our products
Our job is to create joyful moments for our customers
We treat each other the way we\xe2\x80\x99d treat a valued friend
We inspire each other to do our best work
We seek to ignite creativity and innovation every day
We give back to the communities in which we operate
The Director, Finance & Accounting is a results driven leader who is responsible for overseeing all functional areas of accounting, including general ledger, inventory, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and banking. The position will also execute and provide accurate and timely support for all financial reporting activities. This role is responsible for being a key business partner to the Executive Team and Senior Leadership Team in supporting strategic business and operational decisions. KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS
Timely and accurate preparation of management reports and financial statements on a period, quarterly and annual basis
Policy and practice adherence while also ensuring IFRS compliance
Ability to develop and execute on process improvements that drive accuracy and efficiency
Timely response to internal queries for information and/or assistance
Development of high functioning Accounting Team through strong leadership and implementation of a training and development program
Positive feedback from both internal and external contacts
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Strategic
Support Indigo goals by executing on short to mid-term departmental goals (1 year)
Maintain a high level of strategic foresight by identifying customer and business needs, and adjusting departmental and team objectives accordingly
Identify, develop, execute and implement processes that improve accuracy and increase efficiency and/or reduce cost
Lead, oversee and champion all change management initiatives
Functional
Oversee and ensure the accurate and timely completion of all accounting functions, including general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and banking.
Review and ensure accuracy of variance analysis, management reports and financial statements on a period, quarterly and annual basis
Support and participate in preparation of Indigo\xe2\x80\x99s public disclosure materials including annual and quarterly reports, press releases, annual information forms and management information circular
Provide cash flow visibility and forecasts to the senior finance team and manage the cash position according to the seasonal needs of the business
Accountable for leading payroll for the organization that includes accurate processing and distribution of payroll (Canada & US), payroll systems and all legislative requirements
Support and assist with, when necessary, the annual internal audit
In coordination with the Director Financial Reporting, act as a primary liaison with all external auditors
Ensure the execution of team deliverables and adapt team priorities based on changing needs
Set and adhere to team budgets
Proactively identify and anticipate internal customer expectations & needs and always place them at the forefront of all design and decision-making processes
Embrace and seek out technology and process improvement
Challenge the status quo by consistently identifying areas for improvement, diagnosing issues and working to resolve them
People
Build strong teams by attracting and developing the best talent
Bring out the best in others, empower and constructively stretch talent
Give authentic feedback on performance and potential
Ensure all team members understand where they stand and have clear performance objectives aligned with Indigo and department goals
Ensure all team members continually strive to improve their performance and productivity
Accountable for the overall engagement, productivity, turnover and bench strength of the team
Champion change management through setting a clear vision and direction for the team
Supports the creation and maintenance of a talent succession plan
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
Help others see the impacts of their efforts and proactively engage other functions to get input
Encourage others to freely share their point of view and be open to feedback
Cultural
Model Indigo\xe2\x80\x99s 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
KEY RELATIONSHIPS Internal:
Finance
Executive
Audit Committee
Planning & Allocation
Information Technology
Human Resources
External:
CRA and regulators
External Auditors
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Qualifications Work Experience / Education / Certifications
Professional accounting designation; CA preferred
At least five (5) years of management experience with increasing leadership roles, including leading large teams having a mix of transactional and professional staff
7-10 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience working in a complex accounting and external financial reporting environment
Competencies / Skills / Attributes
Proficient in IFRS
Proficient in SAP
Knowledge of Finance and HR technologies
Other (travel, Bilingual, etc.)
Limited travel
Bilingualism in English and French is considered an asset
Additional Information At Indigo, we are committed to our communities, our customers, and each other; together we can make a positive impact. We know that fostering diversity and inclusion brings out your full potential and creates a joyful and welcoming environment for everyone. We are driven to be an equitable employer, which highly values your diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that you, in all your uniqueness, belong at Indigo. We welcome all applicants and encourage applications from individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, a person of colour, LGBTQ2+ and people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request to individuals who self-identify as having a disability or special need. Please contact Human Resources at Support-HR@indigo.ca if you require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment process. WELCOME HOME
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