ACA-qualified accountant with over 10 years’ experience across both practice and industry. Having progressed from audit senior to management accountant, they now operate as the number two in finance for the UK division of a global manufacturing group (£60m turnover). Brings strong technical expertise, hands-on leadership, and proven success in driving efficiencies, system improvements, and process change.
Key strengths and impact:
- ACA and AAT qualified — achieved 100% first-time passes.
- Currently number two in finance within a £60m turnover UK & ROI subsidiary of a global manufacturer.
- Full ownership of management accounts, group reporting, cashflow forecasting and VAT compliance.
- Delivered month-end improvements, reducing reporting timelines from 5 days to 3.
- Key contributor to corporate restructuring (M&A), overseeing statutory and accounting requirements.
- Implemented a paperless AP system and streamlined expense approvals.
- Experienced training and mentoring finance assistants, AP and credit control.
- Strong grounding in audit and compliance from practice career — managing clients up to £70m turnover.
Best suited for:
Finance Manager or Financial Controller roles within SMEs or mid-sized group divisions. Ideal for businesses needing a technically strong, hands-on manager who can modernise processes, support growth, and step into a future number-one role.
