Head of Group Reporting - 12 Month Fixed Term

DR. MARTENS; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned British footwear brand is seeking a Head of Group Reporting to lead financial reporting for the Group. This role focuses on consolidation, compliance, and technical accounting advice. The ideal candidate will have experience in a publicly listed company and be a qualified accountant committed to delivering quality work. Benefits include hybrid working, discounts, and private healthcare.

Benefits

Hybrid working

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Private healthcare

A dedicated culture team

2 paid volunteer days per year

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with senior external reporting experience within a publicly listed company.
• Experience in preparing Group accounts and IFRS financial statements is essential.
• Proven experience of building processes within teams.

Responsibilities

• Owning group consolidation and statutory accounts.
• Leading the Group Reporting team and partnering with commercial finance.
• Driving process improvement and efficiencies.

Skills

Qualified accountant with senior external reporting experience

Experience in preparing Group accounts and IFRS financial statements

Proven experience of building processes

Strong communicator with board level presentation skills

Proactive attitude and problem-solving skills

Education

Qualified accountant

Tools

OneStream

D365

Job description

About Dr. Martens

Dr. Martens is a globally recognisable and culturally influential British brand, with over 60 years of rich heritage. As brand custodians, we are lucky to work for a dynamic, thriving, and ethical business, with people from diverse backgrounds who bring their true selves to work and where anyone can grow their career.

Our Core Values

be yourself, act courageously, and show you care.

THE GIG

We are hiring for a Head Group of Reporting on a 12 Month Fixed Term basis and are looking for someone to start early 2026.

This is a high impact finance role, reporting to the Director of Financial Control & Reporting. This role will lead delivery of Financial Reporting for the Group, working closely with members of the Finance Leadership team (FLT) across all sub-teams.

The Head of Group Reporting will lead the Group Reporting team within the head office with the key responsibility for the delivery of internal external reporting for the Group. They will also be responsible for providing technical and commercial accounting advice when needed, and delivering all financial reporting to a high standard to specified deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Owning group consolidation, internal and external reporting, and statutory accounts.
• Leading the Group Reporting team who are responsible for monthly consolidated management information, partnering with commercial finance on analysis and board reporting.
• Partnering with Investor Relations and finance teams across the business.
• Driving process improvement and efficiencies.
• Providing technical accounting advice and preparing board-level papers.
• Managing relationships with external auditors, ensuring a smooth audit process.
• Collaborating closely with Financial Planning and Analysis, Transactional Finance, and Global Accounting & Control.
• Leading and developing your team to deliver excellence in reporting and compliance.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with senior external reporting experience within a publicly listed company that operates to tight deadlines.
• Experience in preparing Group accounts and IFRS financial statements for external publication and up to date technical accounting knowledge is essential.
• Good understanding of best practice controls in finance, with proven experience of building processes within teams.
• Commercially astute and flexible with the ability to identify opportunities and implement practical solutions.
• Demonstrated experience of leading teams and fostering innovation and collaboration.
• A strong communicator with the ability to present and facilitate at a senior and Board level and cascade information across all levels and geographies.
• Disciplined approach to production and documentation of work.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and deliver high quality work while meeting tight deadlines.
• Proactive attitude with the ability to use own initiative to spot potential problems and propose solutions.
• Prior experience with OneStream and D365 preferred but not essential.

Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Welcome to the family free pair of Docs
• 65% off all Docs
• Private healthcare
• A dedicated culture team
• 2 paid volunteer days per year

Application Closing Date

Friday the 12th of December 2025

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.