Key Achievements:

Successfully led financial strategy, resulting in 20% revenue growth year-on-year.

Implemented cost optimisation initiatives, saving the company £3M / $3.6M annually.

Streamlined financial reporting processes, reducing monthly close time by 40%.

Introduced robust forecasting and budgeting processes, improving predictive accuracy by 35%.

Negotiated financing arrangements, securing £10M / $12M in capital at favourable terms.

Led a system-wide ERP implementation, enhancing financial data integrity and accessibility.

Developed KPIs and dashboards that improved board-level financial decision-making.

Enhanced cash flow management, improving liquidity and reducing overdraft reliance by 50%.

Implemented risk management frameworks, reducing exposure to financial and operational risks.

Spearheaded mergers and acquisitions, successfully integrating 3 major acquisitions.

Improved working capital efficiency, reducing inventory and receivables cycle by 25%.

Introduced automated reporting tools, reducing manual reporting hours by 30 hours per month.

Successfully led the finance team through regulatory audits with no material findings.

Reduced debt levels through strategic refinancing, saving £500K / $600K in interest annually.

Mentored and developed senior finance staff, resulting in 5 internal promotions within 18 months.

Drove profitability analysis and cost allocation models, increasing gross margin by 15%.

Strengthened internal controls, reducing error rates and financial misstatements by 40%.

Negotiated vendor contracts and supplier financing to generate £1M / $1.2M in savings.

Led tax planning initiatives, reducing corporate tax exposure by 10%.

Implemented sustainability and ESG reporting measures, improving investor confidence.

Standardised cross-border financial reporting, improving consolidation efficiency across 5 subsidiaries.

Improved treasury management, optimising cash reserves and foreign exchange exposure.

Introduced business intelligence tools, enabling real-time financial insights for executives.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy, including forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning.

Lead and manage the finance team, including accounting, treasury, FP&A, and reporting functions.

Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, US GAAP, and regulatory requirements.

Partner with executive leadership on strategic decisions, M&A, and investment initiatives.

Oversee risk management, internal controls, and corporate governance processes.

Manage relationships with banks, investors, auditors, and other financial stakeholders.

Provide actionable financial insights and analysis to support business growth and operational efficiency.