Accounting Manager

UNIQLO; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days leave

Staff discount 30%

Employee Assistance Programme

Private pension

Performance-based bonus

Tea and coffee

Hybrid work model

Social events

Volunteer days

Central London location

Job summary

UNIQLO, based at our European Head Office in London, seeks an Accounting Manager to drive IFRS and J-SOX compliance and strengthen financial controls across markets.

You will lead Financial Accountants, partner with cross-functional teams, and influence decision-making within a dynamic global organisation. This role offers a hybrid work setup in London and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with post-qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Experience with outsourced or shared-service finance functions is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure IFRS and J-SOX compliance, including quarterly and annual reporting and disclosures.
• Own the financial control and balance sheet integrity of designated markets.
• Lead and develop Financial Accountants, providing coaching and support.
• Review and strengthen accounting processes and internal controls.
• Partner with Corporate Planning, Inventory Accuracy, Procurement, Stores, and Ecommerce teams to provide business insight and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with and support our centralised Accounting and AP teams to drive operational excellence.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

P&L accounting

Audit background

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

UNIQLO is a leading brand of the Fast Retailing Group, one of the largest apparel retailers in the world. UNIQLO respects the individuality and lifestyle of all customers and takes pride in creating high-quality, innovative and long-lasting clothing at an affordable price.

We are currently recruiting for an Accounting Manager, based at our European Head Office in London. Reporting to the Head of Accounting, you will work closely with internal teams and external partners across both local and European markets.

This is an opportunity for someone with strong technical accounting expertise and a passion for driving financial control in a fast-paced, international environment. You will play a key role in ensuring IFRS and J-SOX compliance across multiple markets, partnering with stakeholders across Finance and the wider business to deliver accurate reporting, strengthen controls, and provide valuable commercial insight. This role is ideal for a qualified accountant who enjoys leading teams, improving processes, and influencing decision-making within a dynamic global organisation.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Ensure IFRS and J-SOX compliance, including quarterly and annual reporting and disclosures.
• Own the financial control and balance sheet integrity of designated markets.
• Lead and develop Financial Accountants, providing coaching and support.
• Review and strengthen accounting processes and internal controls.
• Partner with Corporate Planning, Inventory Accuracy, Procurement, Stores, and Ecommerce teams to provide business insight and identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with and support our centralised Accounting and AP teams to drive operational excellence.

Skills, Experience and Attributes

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with significant post‑qualified experience.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting.
• Excellent understanding of balance sheet and P&L accounting.
• Audit background preferred, with additional commercial/in‑house experience.
• Experience leading, reviewing, and developing the work of others.
• Experience working with outsourced or shared‑service finance functions is advantageous.
• Advanced Excel and ERP system knowledge.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship‑building abilities.
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to prioritise effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Fluent English; additional European language skills are advantageous.

What We Offer

• 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• 30% staff discount
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Private pension scheme
• Performance‑based bonus scheme
• Complimentary tea and coffee
• Hybrid working model (3 days office‑based, 2 days remote)
• Social events throughout the year
• Seasonal sample sales
• Two paid Volunteer Days per year
• Prime central London location, close to Piccadilly Circus and Oxford Circus stations

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