Accounting Manager
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 recruiting an Accounting Manager to join our European Head Office in London. Reporting to the Head of Accounting, you will play a key role in ensuring IFRS and J-SOX compliance, strengthening financial controls, and delivering accurate reporting across multiple European markets.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to combine strong technical expertise with business partnering, team leadership, and process improvement in a fast-paced international environment.
What You'll Be Responsible For
Ensure IFRS, J-SOX, and statutory compliance across designated markets.
Own financial control, reporting accuracy, and balance sheet integrity.
Lead and develop Financial Accountants, providing coaching and support.
Strengthen accounting processes, controls, and governance frameworks.
Partner with cross-functional teams to provide financial insight and identify efficiencies.
Support audits and collaborate with shared service and outsourced finance teams.
Drive continuous improvement across accounting operations and reporting processes.
Skills, Experience and Attributes
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with post-qualified experience.
Strong knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Solid understanding of balance sheet and P&L accounting.
Audit background preferred, with exposure to a commercial environment.
Experience managing and developing teams.
Advanced Excel and ERP systems knowledge.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
Proactive, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Fluent English; additional European language skills are advantageous.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact within a global retail organisation, influencing financial governance, business performance, and operational excellence across Europe.
What We Offer
26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
30% staff discount
Employee Assistance Programme
Private pension scheme
Performance-based bonus scheme
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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