Senior Financial & Internal Audit Analyst (Toronto)

Senior Financial & Internal Audit Analyst (Toronto)

19 Apr
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Indigo
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Toronto

19 Apr

Indigo

Toronto

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 workplace, 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 PRINCIPLESWe Will Hire, Inspire, Promote and Retain the BestWe Will Be EntrepreneurialWe Will Be Committed to Caring About Each Other, Our Communities, and Our EnvironmentWe Will Be Committed to True and Shared Value CreationWe Will Be Systems Thinking, Data Driven and AI enabledJob 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 MetricsTimely 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 annuallyEffective reporting of audit findings and development of actionable recommendationsMeet all applicable financial reporting deadlines while keeping quality top of mind to facilitate an effective period end closeProvide timely response and feedback to internal queries for information and/or assistanceStrong communication skills to enable effective collaboration with cross functional partners and maintain a high-quality audit trailKey Accountabilities FunctionalParticipate in the risk assessment process and development of continuous auditing cyclePerform 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 principlesObserve 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 risksLiaise and interact with various business stakeholders across the organization and seek opportunities for operational improvement and efficiency, including through ad hoc operational auditsSummarize and report on audit findings, providing actionable recommendations and suggestions to improve and remediate deficienciesOversee access rights as well as ongoing training and guidance on the AuditBoard system as new users are added over timeAssist external auditors with their fieldwork, where appropriateAssist with certain government compliance filingsFinancial ReportingMaintain and prepare certain monthly journal entries; conduct regular reviewsof related accounts and conduct structured analyses of data for consolidated resultsProduce and create reports from the accounting system, adhering to processes to ensure accuracy and completeness of recordsParticipate in financial analysis and discussion of results on a monthly basisProvide input in the development of the annual budgetPrepare the monthly financial statements for the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation, as well as associated charitable tax filingsEngage and assist with the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation’s external audit by ensuring proper support documents are gathered and provided in a timely mannerChallenge the status quo by participating in financial system continuous improvement projects, including the streamlining of business processes and new IT system upgrades or implementationsAct as an advocate for the customer by placing their expectations and needs at the forefront of all design and decision-making processesAd hoc requests and projects, as assignedPeopleCollaborate with others to drive flexible and iterative solutions, quickly and easilyShare technical knowledge with others and actively seek to learn from those more knowledgeable than yourselfCulturalModel Indigo’s values everything that you doCelebrate diversity of thought and have an open mindsetTake an active role in fostering a culture of continual learning, taking risks without the fear of making mistakesEmbrace, champion,



and influence change through your team and/or the organizationScope Reports to: Director, Finance & AccountingManager once Removed (MOR): Vice President, Finance & AccountingKey Relationships InternalFinanceSustainabilityInformation TechnologyProcurementSupply ChainHuman ResourcesLoyaltyCreativeLegalReal EstateMarketingExternalExternal AuditorsVendorsQualifications Work Experience / Education / CertificationsUniversity degree in Finance, Business or AccountingProfessional accounting or auditing designation (such as CPA, CIA) or close to obtaining one3+ years of experience in internal or external audit rolesCompetencies / Skills / AttributesWorking understanding of IFRS and ASNPO reporting frameworksWillingness to take ownership of projects, enabled by strong organizational skills and diligent follow-up on action itemsAbility to prioritize workload and multi-task to complete projects on timeEffective problem solving and decision-making skills, including an ability to interpret when a problem could exist based on quantitative and/or qualitative indicatorsOngoing pursuit of thought leadership with a continuous improvement mindsetExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including with respect to developing and delivering presentations and reportsProficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsExperience with sustainability and ESG reporting frameworks, SAP, and/or audit management software is considered an assetAdditional 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Financial & Internal Audit Analyst (Toronto)
🏢 Indigo
📍 Toronto

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