Financial Analyst, Fp&A

WHO WE ARE 

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

MISSION

The Financial Analyst is responsible for providing accurate and timely financial information to support business decision making. They will partner with the business and act as the point person in understanding the drivers of the business in leading a culture of accountability for results. This role ensures the integrity of various reports with focus on completeness, accuracy and timeliness and adding value to the business.

KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS

• Accuracy of financial reports and models
• Feedback from business partners
• Timeliness of work

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Functional

• Prepare monthly and quarterly expense and capital analysis; and report on variances against plan, forecast and last year
• Perform a variety of financial analysis using standard financial models
• Possess a solid understanding of financial fundamentals
• Support the financial budgeting and forecasting processes
• Contribute to monthly and quarterly executive management reports
• Prepare ad hoc financial analysis
• Assist in developing and implementing opportunities to improve and streamline business processes
• Act as an advocate for the customer by placing them at the forefront of all decision-making and design processes
• Proactively identify and anticipate customer expectations and needs
• Embrace and seek out technology that creates high tech and high touch solutions for Indigo’s customers
• Challenge the status quo by consistently identifying areas for improvement, diagnosing issues and working to resolve them

People

• Works in a collaborative and constructive manner with team and cross functional partners
• Has the ability to see how their work responsibilities integrate with total organization
• Approach every day with curiosity and a willingness to learn and develop

Cultural

• Understands/demonstrates in a manner that promotes, and is aligned with, Indigo's Mission, Vision, Beliefs
• Communicate and interact effectively with colleagues at all levels across the organization
• Establish constructive executive and peer relationships
• Investigative mind and intellectual curiosity– identify and analyze things that “don’t make sense”, assist with the preparation of resolution

SCOPE

Reports officially to the Director FP&A, and partners closely with the Senior Financial Analyst on day-to-day activities.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Main Internal Stakeholders:

• Finance and accounting
• Marketing and creative
• Digital IT and IT infrastructure

Some Exposure to:

• Retail Operations
• Online Operations

External:

• Board of Directors

Work Experience / Education / Certifications

• University degree in Business, Accounting or Finance preferred
• Interest or enrollment in CPA considered an asset
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a related role

Competencies / Skills / Attributes

• Strategic thinker/business minded
• Exposure to the areas of financial analysis, budgeting/forecasting, variance analysis
• Strong skills in Excel and PowerPoint
• Retail industry experience an asset

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 [email protected]

This posting is for a current opportunity within Indigo.