Inventory Finance Leader, CoE | Process Optimizer

Burberry; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury fashion business in Leeds is seeking a Finance Manager for their Inventory Centre of Excellence. The role involves overseeing inventory accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and leading a team to drive continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has a professional accounting qualification and extensive experience in financial controls and team management, with strong skills in SAP and Excel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience, including at least 1 year post-qualification.
• Experience in inventory accounting and financial controls.
• Proven track record in managing teams and delivering continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full cycle of inventory accounting processes.
• Manage month-end and year-end close activities.
• Lead budgeting processes for inventory-related financials.
• Ensure compliance with Group Policies.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Process automation

Communication

Education

Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, CA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Excel

Job description

A leading luxury fashion business in Leeds is seeking a Finance Manager for their Inventory Centre of Excellence. The role involves overseeing inventory accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and leading a team to drive continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has a professional accounting qualification and extensive experience in financial controls and team management, with strong skills in SAP and Excel.