Global Financial Accountant

Dr. Martens; Wollaston; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Docs discount

Pension plan

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Volunteer days

Annual leave

Job summary

Dr. Martens in the United Kingdom is seeking a Global Financial Accountant to join the Finance team. You’ll ensure the integrity of global ledgers, deliver timely IFRS-compliant month-end and year-end reports, and act as subject matter expert on accounting areas.

This role drives governance, process improvements, and cross‑functional collaboration while mentoring juniors. Expect hybrid working, exposure to multi‑currency environments, and a path to influence financial strategy across the

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong IFRS knowledge and experience with global ledgers.
• Experience in multi-currency environments and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end accounting activities, journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.
• Deliver IFRS-compliant financial reporting across entities and consolidation.
• Provide accounting expertise on revenue, intercompany, assets, inventory, and CO GS.
• Support audit, internal controls, and process improvements across teams.

Skills

IFRS reporting

Multi-currency

Excel

D365/OneStream

Journal entries

Internal controls

Education

Accounting qualification

Tools

D365

OneStream

Job description

Dr. Martens is more than a brand - it’s a global icon with over 60 years of attitude, heritage, and cultural impact. We’re a thriving, values‑driven business powered by diverse thinkers, bold doers, and people who bring their whole selves to work. If you’re ready to make your mark, you’re in the right place.

At DM, our values guide everything we do: Be Yourself, Act Courageously, Show You Care. They’re not just words - they’re how we turn passion into progress.

WHERE YOU SIT

As our Global Financial Accountant, you’ll be part of the Finance team working closely with brilliant people across the business and reporting into Global Financial Accounting Manager. You’ll be right at the heart of fast‑moving projects that shape how we show up for our consumers - today and tomorrow.

WHERE YOU CONTRIBUTE

The Global Financial Accountant ensures the integrity of global ledgers and financial reporting across multiple entities, delivering accurate month-end and year-end results in compliance with IFRS and statutory requirements. This role acts as a subject matter expert in key accounting areas, strengthens internal controls, and drives process improvements to support operational efficiency and scalability.

How the role supports our growth agenda

• Enable accurate and timely reporting to underpin strategic decisions and investor confidence.
• Drive operational efficiency through standardisation and automation of accounting processes.
• Strengthen governance and compliance by embedding robust controls and ensuring adherence to Group Accounting Policies.
• Support cost control and margin improvement through accurate accounting for inventory, COGS, and operating expenses.

Strategic KPIs this role helps improve (through enablement and partnership)

• Forecast accuracy – by ensuring timely and accurate postings and reconciliations.
• Operating expense ratio (Opex) – through strong cost control and accurate classification.
• Inventory turn and aged stock – by monitoring provisions and valuation integrity.
• Internal control effectiveness – by maintaining compliance with audit frameworks and process documentation.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES

As our Global Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for:

• Managing month-end accounting activities, including journals, accruals, prepayments, provisions and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Delivering accurate financial reporting in line with IFRS, internal deadlines and the Global Chart of Accounts.
• Providing technical accounting expertise across revenue recognition, intercompany transactions, fixed assets, inventory and COGS.
• Supporting audit, compliance and internal control activities, including statutory and external audit requirements.
• Driving process improvements, supporting finance system enhancements, and collaborating across teams while mentoring junior colleagues.

KEY SKILLS & CAPABILITIES

Put simply, the key things we’re looking for are:

• A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS reporting experience.
• Experience working in global, multi-currency environments with statutory compliance requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills, with experience using finance systems such as D365 and/or OneStream desirable.
• A collaborative, analytical and proactive approach, with strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Hybrid working
• Welcome free pair of Docs
• ‘Buy as you Earn’ Share scheme
• 65% off all Docs
• 50% off Accessories
• Pension Scheme through Aviva
• Life Assurance
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Private healthcare
• 2 paid volunteer days per year

READY TO FILL YOUR BOOTS?

If you’re excited to own your impact, shape the future of an iconic brand, and grow your career in a place that champions individuality - we’d love to hear from you.

Application closing date: Friday 7th of August 2026

At Dr. Martens, we are committed to creating an environment in which we can all be our best and bring our authentic selves to work. We encourage applications, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, or disability. Diverse and inclusive teams have a positive impact on our brand; helping us to speak authentically to our consumers.

We strive to develop a business where our people can thrive and feel empowered to express themselves. Because we believe everyone should feel supported and included whatever their role in the Dr. Martens community.