Head of Finance

UNIQLO; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking global apparel retailer as the Head of Finance for Canada. This high-impact role offers the chance to lead financial strategy and operations during a key growth phase. You will collaborate with various departments to drive profitability and compliance while mentoring a high-performing finance team. This position is perfect for a bilingual finance leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about making a significant impact in a respected brand. Enjoy a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and a culture that values innovation and performance.

Benefits

Hybrid work

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive finance experience in retail or consumer goods.
• Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives and manage day-to-day finance.
• Strong understanding of Canadian tax and financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and reporting for UNIQLO Canada.
• Drive annual budgeting and ensure P&L accountability.
• Collaborate with operations and global teams to align financial goals.

Skills

Financial Planning

Budgeting

P&L Management

Risk Management

Team Leadership

Bilingual (English and French)

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

CPA designation

Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field

Tools

SAP

Coupa

Job description

Job Title: Head of Finance - Canada (Bilingual French – English)

Location(s): Downtown Toronto

Reporting to: COO, CFO, Finance Group Officers

Bilingual Head of Finance – UNIQLO Canada

Be the Strategic Finance Leader to bring UNIQLO to the next level

https://www.uniqlo.com/ca/en/

https://www.fastretailing.com/employment/en/

https://www.fastretailing.com/eng/about/

UNIQLO is a global apparel retailer committed to changing the world through the power of clothing. As part of Fast Retailing—one of the world’s largest retail groups—we’re known for LifeWear: high-quality, functional, affordable clothing designed for everyone, everywhere. With more than 2,500 stores worldwide, almost 30 stores in Canada, and strong growth ambitions in the Canadian market, UNIQLO offers a unique opportunity to lead, influence, and grow with a forward-thinking, performance-driven organization.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a strategic and results-oriented Head of Finance to lead the financial strategy, planning, and performance of UNIQLO Canada. This executive role requires a hands-on leader who can operate at both strategic and operational levels, acting as a strong business partner to the store managers and the executive team, and a key contributor to our continued expansion in the Canadian retail market.

This is a high-impact role for a decisive leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving complex problems, and is driven to build and optimize financial systems to support long-term success. The ability to work in alignment with our US regional management team and our global headquarters in Japan is crucial.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Financial Leadership:
• Lead all aspects of financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and reporting. Provide insight-driven recommendations to support executive decision-making and sustainable growth.
• Budgeting and P&L Ownership:
• Drive annual budgeting, cost control, and profitability initiatives. Maintain full accountability for the Canadian P&L and ensure alignment with group financial targets.
• Business Partnering:
• Collaborate closely with operations, supply chain, HR, and global headquarters to align financial goals with operational plans. Deliver clear, actionable financial insights to stakeholders.
• Compliance and Risk Management:
• Ensure financial integrity and compliance with Canadian regulatory standards, tax requirements, and internal policies. Mitigate financial risk and lead internal controls.
• Team Leadership:
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team. Instill a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Core Tasks

• Prepare IFRS reports, including additional quarterly and annual disclosures
• Monitor and implement accounting controls effectively
• Lead month-end P&L reviews and balance sheet analysis meetings while preparing monthly journals and reconciliations for assigned markets
• Conduct regular discussions with Corporate Planning to support P&L management and business insights, while proactively identifying cost-saving opportunities
• Deliver key financial findings to management monthly for designated markets
• Mentor and train accounting and AP teams handling transactional processes within the Global Finance function abroad
• Develop strong relationships with store management and the EC business to identify potential accounting concerns and improve P&L understanding
• Manage compliance for designated countries, ensuring adherence to local reporting requirements, coordination with third-party tax consultants, VAT data submission, and completion of business statistics questionnaires
• Approve and review processed A/P vouchers using Coupa system and SAP
• Support various ad hoc projects and respond to special requests as required
• Support HR team in developing financial planning for new employees’ benefits policies (pension plan)
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• A true passion for UNIQLO brand, with the ability to explain our products features and to resonate with our corporate philosophy / values
• Prior finance experience in retail, consumer goods, or multi-unit business operations is required
• Bilingual in English and French (written and spoken)
• CPA designation or equivalent is preferred
• Minimum 7 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 4 years in a senior finance leadership role
• Proven ability to manage people, prior supervisory experience of leading a small team (in finance or other settings)
• Strong understanding of Canadian tax, accounting, and financial regulations
• Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives while managing day-to-day finance functions
• High attention to detail, analytical strength, and commercial acumen
• Leadership presence, resilience, and a solution-oriented mindset

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to lead the finance function of a globally respected brand during a key growth phase in Canada
• A results-driven, entrepreneurial culture where your decisions drive real business impact
• Hybrid work, competitive salary, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits
• A high-visibility role with collaboration across global and regional executive teams
• Career growth in a company that values ambition, innovation, integrity, and performance

Join Us.

If you are a disciplined finance leader who enjoys balancing structure with agility—and thrives in a company that values innovation, precision, and challenge—we’d love to hear from you.

UNIQLO Canada is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request during the recruitment process.

ABOUT US

https://www.uniqlo.com/ca/en/spl

Welcome to Uniqlo, where our journey from a single store in Hiroshima to a global brand embodies the essence of Japanese simplicity and innovation. Our founder, Tadashi Yanai, envisioned a company that transcends traditional fashion, focusing instead on creating high-quality, functional clothing that serves the everyday needs of people worldwide. This vision gave birth to our LifeWear concept—apparel that is simple, yet essential; designed to make life better for all.

As you embark on your journey with UNIQLO, know that you are joining a company that never gives up. Every challenge we have faced has made us stronger, smarter, and more determined to push boundaries. We are more than just a fashion brand—we are a global movement driven by sustainability, purpose, discipline, and the belief that great clothing can change lives.

Vision and Culture

At Uniqlo, we embrace the Japanese philosophy of continuous improvement. This principle drives us to constantly refine our products and processes, ensuring that we deliver clothing that offers new and unique value. Our commitment to quality and innovation is evident in our fabric technologies, such as HEATTECH, which provides warmth without bulk, and AIRism, designed to keep you cool and comfortable. These advancements reflect our dedication to enhancing the everyday experiences of our customers.

Our name, UNIQLO, is a blend of 'unique' and 'clothing,' symbolizing our mission to provide distinctive apparel that meets universal needs. We believe in the power of simplicity and strive to create designs that are both timeless and accessible, allowing individuals to express their personal style effortlessly.

We invite you to embrace our core values of simplicity, quality, and continuous improvement. Together, we will continue to innovate and inspire, bringing the best of Japanese craftsmanship and philosophy to wardrobes around the world.

Welcome to the Uniqlo family, where we are united in our pursuit of making everyday life better through exceptional clothing.