Burberry RTR Accountant
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 14, 2026
About Burberry
Burberry Limited, a quintessentially British luxury fashion house, is renowned for its innovative designs and commitment to quality. As part of the global luxury conglomerate, Burberry offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment where creativity and excellence are at the forefront. The company is dedicated to fostering a culture that encourages diversity and sustainability, making it a leader in the luxury industry.
RTR Accountant at Burberry in Leeds. Join the Finance team to support month-end close and financial reporting.
Role & Responsibilities
- Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments, payroll, provisions and reclassifications
- Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving reconciling items accurately and promptly
- Support cash flow forecasting and reporting by analysing movements and clearly communicating key insights
- Prepare Record to Report information for internal and external reporting requirements
- Maintain compliance with Group policies and support the effective operation of internal controls over financial reporting
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve the efficiency, accuracy, documentation and standardisation of finance processes
Qualifications
- Part-qualified accountant actively studying towards ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification
- Understanding of month-end close activities and balance sheet accounting
- Experience preparing reconciliations and supporting audits
- Confident proficiency with Excel including pivot tables, lookups and data analysis
- Detail-focused and organised with the ability to prioritise effectively and deliver accurate work to agreed deadlines
- Clear and collaborative communicator able to explain financial movements and work effectively with cross-functional stakeholders
Skills
Experience
Experience preparing reconciliations, supporting audits, and working within month-end close activities. Exposure to shared services, retail or FMCG environments is beneficial but not essential. The ideal candidate demonstrates a willingness to learn, take ownership and strengthen processes.
Education
Part-qualified accountant actively studying towards ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
Workplace
This position is based in Leeds, England, UK, within easy reach of Leeds.
Culture
Burberry fosters a creative and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and sustainability. The company is committed to being a force for good, driving industry change and championing community engagement.
About Cerulean
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