Burberry Senior Accountant, Group Financial Reporting
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 3, 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.
Burberry hiring Senior Accountant, Group Financial Reporting, London, 6-month contract. Statutory reporting and technical accounting role.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the assessment and adoption of IFRS 18 and prepare quarterly IFRS 16 discount rate analyses
- Provide technical accounting guidance to finance stakeholders and external auditors
- Plan, prepare, and deliver interim and year-end Group statutory reporting requirements
- Serve as key contact during audit and review processes, coordinating activities and responding to auditor requests
- Review regional reporting submissions and analyse Group consolidated balance sheet accounts for completeness and accuracy
- Prepare selected note disclosures for Group financial statements and supporting schedules for Audit Committee papers
- Manage interim and year-end regional confirmations processes and support reporting governance activities
- Assist in the preparation of UK statutory accounts in partnership with Financial Services, Company Secretariat, and external audit teams
- Support month-end reporting activities including share schemes, treasury accounting, intercompany reporting, and principal holding company accounting
- Maintain accounting records in SAP and support monthly submissions to the Group consolidation system
- Prepare technical accounting papers, accounting policy updates, board meeting packs, and ad hoc reporting deliverables
- Contribute to business support activities and regulatory reporting requirements, including ONS surveys
Qualifications
- Qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent)
- Demonstrable post-qualification experience at assistant manager, manager, or equivalent level
- Strong understanding of IFRS and UK statutory reporting requirements for listed groups
- Experience preparing or reviewing statutory financial statements
- Experience supporting external audit processes
- Knowledge of SAP, Group consolidation systems, or similar reporting platforms
- Retail or consumer-facing industry experience preferred
Skills
Experience
Post-qualification experience within industry or practice at an assistant manager, manager, or equivalent level, with demonstrated capability in statutory financial reporting and external audit coordination.
Education
Qualification as a Chartered Accountant (ACA) or equivalent accounting professional qualification.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
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.
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