RTR Accountant Full Time NEW

INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.  

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE We are hiring an RTR Accountant to join Burberry Business Services, where you will play a key role in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting. This position is central to ensuring the integrity of our Record to Report processes, supporting both internal and external insights that guide decision-making. You will contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, working collaboratively across teams to enhance processes and strengthen financial control. At Burberry, your work will help shape a resilient and forward-looking finance function. RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver month-end activities including journal postings, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations with precision and ownership.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, resolving discrepancies in a timely and structured way.
• Support cash flow forecasting and reporting through clear analysis of movements and trends.
• Produce RTR reports to meet internal and external reporting requirements.
• Respond to queries and provide financial insights, balancing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Identify and support improvements to processes, driving efficiency, accuracy and consistency across Finance.

PERSONAL PROFILE

• Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or progressing towards qualification.
• Sound understanding of month-end close processes and balance sheet accounting principles.
• Experience in reconciliations, with the ability to investigate and resolve variances confidently.
• Strong analytical and Excel skills, with attention to detail and data quality.
• Collaborative communicator who builds effective working relationships across teams.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous learning and process improvement.

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.