- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 11, 2026
About Stella McCartney
Stella McCartney is a pioneering British luxury fashion house, founded in 2001 and renowned for redefining modern elegance through a steadfast commitment to sustainability, innovation, and cruelty-free design. As an employer, the brand offers a purpose-driven environment where creativity, craftsmanship, and responsible business practices converge across ready-to-wear, accessories, beauty, and lifestyle categories. Its teams are encouraged to challenge convention, embrace circular thinking, and contribute to a progressive vision of luxury that respects people, animals, and the planet. Working at Stella McCartney means joining an influential global maison with an entrepreneurial spirit and a clear ethical voice.
The Inventory Control Manager oversees inventory accounting, reporting, reconciliation, audit support and process improvement across Stella McCartney’s global operations, working with Finance, Logistics, Retail and Operations. The role is a maternity cover position and includes coordinating inventory priorities and continuity of key processes.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory closing activities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
- Oversee inventory valuation, including cost accounting.
- Prepare and analyse inventory reports, monitoring stock levels, movements, and variances.
- Ensure inventory accounting aligns with IFRS and relevant company accounting policies.
- Support financial planning and analysis by providing accurate inventory data and insights.
- Monitor inventory movements and ensure inventory records are accurate and complete across systems.
- Perform and review inventory reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate corrective actions.
- Oversee stock adjustments, write-offs, and inventory provisions, ensuring appropriate documentation and approvals.
- Support the planning and execution of physical stock counts and cycle counts with Retail, Logistics, and Operations teams.
- Maintain effective inventory controls and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
- Support internal and external audits by preparing inventory-related documentation, reconciliations, and supporting analysis.
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and internal control requirements.
- Follow up on audit findings and contribute to corrective actions where required.
- Identify opportunities to improve inventory reporting, reconciliation, and control processes.
- Work with Finance, Logistics, and Retail teams to resolve inventory-related issues.
- Support the optimisation of inventory management processes and systems.
- Contribute to projects and initiatives that improve data accuracy, operational efficiency, and reporting quality.
- Coordinate inventory-related activities and priorities to ensure timely completion of key deliverables.
- Guide and support team members and stakeholders on inventory accounting and control matters.
- Ensure a smooth handover and continuity of key inventory processes throughout the maternity cover period.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience in inventory accounting, inventory control, or a similar finance-related role, ideally within an international organisation.
- Strong understanding of inventory valuation, stock reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Experience with ERP systems and inventory management tools; knowledge of Stealth 3000 Fashion ERP is a plus.
- Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
- Excellent attention to detail, with a structured, hands-on approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight reporting deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Proactive and adaptable, with comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
- Previous experience in the fashion, luxury, or retail industry is highly desirable.
Skills
Experience
Proven experience in inventory accounting, inventory control, or a similar finance-related role; previous experience in fashion, luxury, or retail is highly desirable.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
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Benefits
Up to 50% discount on Stella McCartney products; matched pension contributions up to 6%; annual health screening; 25 days of annual leave plus one birthday leave day, excluding bank holidays; flexible working and core hours; enhanced maternity and paternity packages; matched Give as You Earn charity scheme; health cash plan; physical and mental wellbeing support services; employee referral bonus; optional or paid benefits including season ticket loan, cycle-to-work and technology schemes, travel and dental insurance, private medical and critical illness insurance, and life assurance.
Culture
Stella McCartney fosters a progressive, purpose-driven workplace where creativity is closely tied to sustainability, innovation, and responsible luxury. The brand encourages collaboration, ethical thinking, and entrepreneurial energy, offering employees an environment shaped by modern design, conscious values, and a commitment to positive change in fashion.
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