Burberry Senior Accountant
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 27, 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 seeks a Senior Accountant in Leeds to support Americas financial reporting and Record to Report operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Take ownership of Americas gross margin accounting, including sales adjustments and transport and duty postings, to support accurate financial reporting
- Manage intercompany balances across the Americas, matching transactions, investigating variances and resolving reconciliation differences
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts, identify financial risks and opportunities, and ensure issues are addressed in a timely way
- Prepare and review manual journals and Record to Report information for internal, external and statutory reporting requirements
- Partner with regional commercial teams, Group Finance and external auditors to resolve queries, coordinate reporting activities and gather supporting evidence
- Maintain effective financial controls and Group policy compliance while using insight and feedback to improve end-to-end accounting processes
Qualifications
- Studying towards, or qualified in, a professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or an equivalent
- Practical knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP, with the ability to apply accounting principles in a complex business environment
- Confidence working with large data sets and complex Excel models, alongside broader Microsoft Office capability
- A collaborative approach, with the ability to build effective relationships, communicate clearly and consider the wider commercial context
Skills
Experience
Relevant accounting experience that has developed a strong grounding in financial reporting, reconciliations and control. Exposure to SAP, BPC, multicurrency accounting, retail, FMCG or a shared service environment would be beneficial.
Education
Studying towards, or qualified in, a professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or an equivalent.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Leeds, 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.
About Cerulean
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