- ACMA-qualified finance professional with over 20 years’ post-qualified experience leading large transactional finance teams in complex, fast-paced environments.
- Experienced in managing full accounting operations including AP, AR, Payroll, Treasury, VAT, fixed assets, stock, accruals, and prepayments.
- Led 15+ finance transformation projects focused on improving process efficiency, system integration and internal controls – including multiple ERP upgrades across 22 entities.
- Recent exposure to a manufacturing environment through an interim role, complementing a strong background in operational and service-led sectors.
- Hands-on leadership of shared service centres and large finance teams (30+ FTE), with a proven track record of training, development and team progression.
- Delivered timely, accurate management information, budgeting, and cashflow forecasting to senior stakeholders and group finance teams.
- Advanced Excel user with strong analytical mindset, skilled at interpreting data to drive performance and influence business decision-making.
- Collaborative and solutions-focused approach, with excellent communication skills and a track record of building trusted relationships across finance and operations.