University degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or Finance with 5 years of related experience, or 9 years of relevant experience.
Proven experience in financial reporting and accounting operations with strong analytical skills.
Demonstrated leadership experience in coaching and supporting diverse teams.
Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle competing priorities.
Experience in a retail accounting environment preferred; knowledge of GAAP-compliant reporting is a plus.
Proficiency with ERP systems like SAP S/4HANA; accounting designation is an asset.
Responsibilities
Provide financial reporting in compliance with Ingka Group frameworks and local regulations.
Build and maintain relationships with shared service organizations and key stakeholders.
Collaborate on global projects and contribute to the business planning process.
Coach, lead, and develop a team of co-workers, setting individual and team goals.
Monitor performance and implement improvements based on feedback.
Ensure compliance with internal controls and reporting standards.
Benefits
Wellness days in addition to vacation days.
Extended health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
RRSP with IKEA contribution matching options.
Eligibility for annual IKEA bonus incentive plan.
Flexible spending account.
Life insurance and merchandise discounts.
Employee assistance program for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
Full Job Description
Job ID: 365222
Date posted: 08/10/2026
What you'll need to have • A University degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or Finance with 5 years of related experience, or minimum 9 years of related field experience. • Proven experience in financial reporting and accounting operations, with strong analytical skills and the ability to deliver accurate results in a deadline-driven environment. • Demonstrated leadership experience, including coaching and supporting teams with diverse levels of experience and professional development needs. • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities and support peak reporting periods that may require occasional flexible hours. • Experience within a retail accounting environment is highly preferred; exposure to commercial assets, multi-entity operations, and GAAP-compliant reporting is considered an asset. • Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP S/4HANA or similar platforms. Accounting designation would be an asset, but equivalent experience and a proven track record of success in a similar leadership role will be equally valued. A day in your life with us • Provide financial reporting in compliance with Ingka Group frameworks, applicable GAAP and relevant local regulations and secure an effective internal controls framework. • Build and maintain relationships with shared service organisation and other key stakeholders to support achievement of overall business goals and objectives. Ensuring collaboration all parties is meeting the set goals and KPIs, SLAs, and OLAs. • Collaborate in global projects and local execution and contribute to the business planning process. • Coach, lead, motivate and develop a team of co-workers, establishing team and individual plans and goals, monitoring performance and implementing suggested improvements. About this work area We see ourselves as influencers - we steer the IKEA business by finding the truth behind the figures. Together we secure compliance with local and international laws and reporting standards; we assure that accounting processes are efficient and that tax compliance meets business needs. We're a diverse group of people driven by providing reliable financial data to a wide variety of stakeholders. At the end of the day, that's one of the foundations to make IKEA even better!
Why you will love us Here at IKEA, we want to ensure that we are creating a better everyday life for the many people, including our co-workers. We also believe that a job should be so much more than a job. That's why we focus on having an inclusive work environment where we celebrate your uniqueness, live our values, and ensure that we walk the talk when it comes to co-worker development. In addition, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package to all co-workers including: • Wellness days (in addition to your vacation days!) • Extended health, dental, and vision coverage (for you and your family) • RRSP with IKEA contribution matching options • Eligibility for our annual IKEA bonus incentive plan • Flexible spending account • Life insurance • Merchandise and restaurant discounts (plus free drinks and different healthy meal options in the co-worker restaurant, where available) • Parental leave • Bereavement leave • Employee assistance program (that helps you support your mental, physical, and financial wellbeing) In the IKEA world, this position is officially referred to as Accounting & Reporting Manager II. The starting rate/ salary for this position ranges from 108,487 CAD to 149,170 CAD and will be based on relevant work experience.
