Financial Reporting Manager

Because we strive to put people first.  
Culture, our way. 

Finance at Primark  

What’s a career at Primark all about? The positive impact you’re making, the experiences you’re having and the people you’re with. You’re our inspiration. Embrace what sets you apart, own your career and develop in ways you never expected. Leave your mark. And do it your way.  

Our finance team is renowned for their attention to detail. You’ll enable us to navigate the financial landscape with precision, contributing to the strategic decisions that support our growth. Surround yourself with experts, and bring your scientific mind to shape the future of our organisation.

What You’ll Do as Financial Reporting Manager

In your role, you’ll collaborate with different people across a range of skillsets. Here’s a flavour of your day-to-day:  

• Lead and manage the GBS team responsible for preparing and analysing periodic financial and management accounts, with a strong focus on store occupancy costs and capital projects.
• Ensure compliance with property accounting standards across all operating countries, adhering to local GAAP and IFRS requirements, and provide technical guidance on property transactions for the Primark Group.
• Drive process improvements and efficiencies by reviewing periodic processes, implementing automation opportunities, and strengthening internal controls.
• Oversee statutory reporting and audits, including preparation of statutory accounts for multiple international entities, acting as the key liaison with audit teams and advisors to ensure timely and accurate completion of obligations.
• Manage property-related financial activities, including investment property portfolio oversight, NBV reviews for capital projects, and assessment of accelerated depreciation or impairment indicators.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (Commercial Property, Tax, Store Development, FP&A) to align accounting practices with business objectives, provide technical accounting advice, and support ABF reporting requirements and other ad hoc projects.

What You’ll Get 

People are at the heart of what we do here, so it’s essential we provide you with the right environment to perform at your very best. Let’s talk lifestyle:   

Let’s talk lifestyle: Healthcare, pension, and potential bonus. 27 days of leave, plus bank holidays and if you want, you can buy 5 more. Because Primark is all about tailoring to you, we offer Tax Saver Tickets, fitness centre, and a subsidised cafeteria.

What You’ll Bring  

Here at Primark, we want everyone to feel valued – so please bring your authentic self to work, of course with some other key experience and abilities for this role in particular: 

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CPA or equivalent) with 5+ years post-qualification experience; Big 4 background combined with industry experience preferred.
• Strong technical expertise in property accounting and capital projects; prior property experience is an advantage.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels across the business.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities under pressure while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Advanced analytical and commercial acumen, able to interrogate large data sets, identify trends, and provide strategic insights while keeping a high-level control focus.
• Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel); experience with Oracle Financials, Excel4apps, Asset Wizard, and Cognos is desirable.

Does this sound like you? Great, because we can’t wait to see what you’ll bring. You’ll be supported within a team of equally capable people, celebrating who you are and aiding you reach your potential. At Primark, we’re excited about our future - and we’re excited to develop yours.  

About Primark 

At Primark, people matter. They’re the beating heart of our business and the reason we’ve grown from our first store in Dublin in 1969 to a £9bn+ turnover business and over 80,000 colleagues and over 440 stores in 17 countries today. Our values run through everything we do. In essence, we're Caring and always strive to put people first. We're also Dynamic, bravely pushing the boundaries to stay ahead. And finally, we succeed Together.     

If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request, during your recruitment journey, such as extended time or breaks between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, mobility access, or assistive technology please contact your talent acquisition specialist. 

 All offers of employment are subject to background checks, including right to work, reference education and for some roles criminal, and financial checks. If you have any concerns, please reach out to our talent acquisition team to discuss. 

Our fashion isn’t one-size-fits-all and neither is our culture. Primark promotes equal employment opportunity, we strive to create an inclusive workplace where people can be themselves, access opportunities and thrive together.