Senior Management Accountant - FTC

Overview

Senior Management Accountant (14 months FTC) – Deckers Brands

At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us.

• Own the general ledgers and all internal/external reporting and compliance requirements for assigned UK legal entities and the EMEA Wholesale channel.
• Execute financial close procedures and prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts, as well as other required reports.
• Lead monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Prepare and coordinate year-end information for audits, ensuring timely completion of local statutory accounts under FRS
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• Uphold SOX and Internal Audit compliance for designated entities.
• Manage accounting operations of the Wholesale Channel for all EMEA entities.
• Collaborate with FP&A to understand Plan/Forecast for Wholesale Channel and track/explain variances.
• Attend trade and billing meetings, building strong relationships with sales, customer service, and credit teams.
• Review EMEA wholesale margin and related provisions, adjusting as needed for current market conditions.
• Produce and maintain accounting schedules for returns, discounts, chargebacks, bad debt, deferred revenue, and commissions.
• Analyse financial data and provide insights to management on Wholesale Channel performance.
• Collaborate with FP&A to understand and track EMEA Head Office/Corporate Costs, supporting PO processes and accruals.
• Manage lease accounting and monitor ARO provisions across EMEA head offices.
• Calculate accurate provision for wholesale freight, collaborating across finance to ensure accuracy.
• Assist in other areas within the EMEA GL team on an ad-hoc basis.

• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and adaptable to change.
• Provides guidance and support to junior colleagues through mentorship and coaching.
• Excellent problem-solving ability.
• High degree of integrity, able to handle confidential matters appropriately.

• Fully qualified finance professional (ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with a bachelor's degree.
• In-depth understanding of US GAAP and lease accounting.
• Previous experience with multi-functional and multi-currency organizations, ideally wholesale/retail/ecommerce and USA-based group.
• Experience in a Management Accountant role, managing statutory and regulatory compliance.
• Strong computer skills, advanced Excel, Oracle and Hyperion knowledge highly desirable.
• Experience of SOX Controls desirable.

• 27 Days Holidays + Bank Holidays & some time away from work – on top of generous holiday allowance. Typically half-day Fridays when work is finished for the week.
• Extras, discounts, perks & volunteering opportunities.
• Growth and Development – extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development including Global Mentorship Programme.
• Hybrid & Flexible Working Environment.

Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants embracing their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all of the other beautiful parts of your identity.