- Over eight years of post-qualification experience as a pragmatic and clear-thinking finance leader, CIMA qualified.
- Experienced in driving company growth from £7.2m to £14.8m through strategic leadership and effective financial management.
- Proficient in steering financial strategy, conducting robust forecasting, and providing finance business partnering to drive commercially sound decision-making.
- Skilled in leading and developing teams across finance, accounting, payroll, HR, insurance, ICT, legal, and compliance.
- Strong in designing and implementing financial models, trackers, and systems to improve operational efficiency and decision-making.
- Proven track record in successful project leadership, including compliance enhancement, sustainability initiatives, and system migrations.
- Well-versed in managing relationships with external stakeholders such as banks, auditors, accountants, insurance brokers, and IT service providers.
- Extensive experience in managing financial planning, reporting, budgeting, and cash flow forecasting for multiple entities and projects.
- Proficient in multiple financial software and ERP systems.
- Accomplished in implementing cost-saving initiatives and optimising processes to drive efficiency gains.
- Demonstrated expertise in handling high-pressure situations, such as delivering projects within tight deadlines and navigating challenging scenarios like the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Excellent communication skills, fostering continuous improvement and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
