Uniqlo Canada Careers

Description

• Provide strategic advice to senior management and collaborate closely with other departments to align accounting practices with organizational priorities. 
• Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes to recommend proactive adjustments in accounting procedures. 
• Collaborate with US and Japan team members to provide accounting guidance and support organizational projects globally and in Canada. 
• 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 
• Develop strong relationships with store management and the EC business to identify potential accounting concerns and improve P&L understanding. 
• Support the HR team in developing financial planning for new employees’ benefits policies (pension plan). 

• Oversee all accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, lease accounting, tax filings, and general ledger accounting. 
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial reports, statements, and budgets 
• Maintain and optimize accounting systems and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness. 
• Ensure compliance with Canadian accounting standards, taxation laws, and other regulatory requirements. 
• Prepare IFRS reports, including additional quarterly and annual disclosure. 
• Lead month-end P&L reviews and balance sheet analysis meetings while preparing monthly journals and reconciliations for assigned markets. 
• Approve and review processed A/P vouchers using the Coupa system and SAP. 
• Ensure compliance with Fast Retailing’s global accounting policies and procedures. 

• Lead internal and external audits to ensure transparency and accuracy in financial reporting. 
• Identify accounting risks and implement controls to mitigate them. 
• Monitor and implement accounting controls effectively. 
• 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. 
• Ensure proper documentation and adherence to compliance protocols to maintain corporate integrity. 

• Recruit, train, and mentor high-performing accounting and AP teams handling transactional processes within the Global Finance function abroad. 
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the accounting department. 
• Set clear goals and provide regular feedback to team members to ensure alignment with organizational objectives. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; CPA designation preferred. 
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in accounting, with at least 4 years in a leadership role. 
• Proven experience in a retail environment or multinational corporation is highly preferred. 
• Advanced knowledge of IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards), especially IFRS 16. 
• Expertise in Canadian tax compliance and reporting requirements to ensure proper filing and remittance. 
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems, such as SAP and Coupa. 
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to interpret complex accounting data. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address accounting challenges effectively. 
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and manage diverse teams. 
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills to present accounting insights to non-accounting stakeholders. 
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners, including auditors and regulatory bodies.  
• Proven ability to manage people, prior supervisory experience of leading a small team (in finance or other settings) 
• Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives while managing day-to-day finance functions 
• A true passion for the UNIQLO brand, with the ability to explain our product features and to resonate with our corporate philosophy/values

• Competitive salary, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits package.
• High-visibility role with collaboration across global and regional executive teams.
• Career growth in a company that values ambition, innovation, integrity, and performance.
• A results-driven, entrepreneurial culture where your decisions drive real business impact.
• Work in a modern office that is easily accessible by public transportation.