Key Achievements:

• Developed and executed financial strategy, resulting in 20% year-on-year revenue growth.

• Streamlined budgeting and forecasting processes, reducing cycle time by 35%.

• Implemented cost optimisation initiatives, saving £4M / $5M annually.

• Improved cash flow management and liquidity planning, reducing short-term financing needs by 50%.

• Introduced financial reporting dashboards for executive leadership and board, improving decision-making speed.

• Led ERP and finance system implementation, enhancing reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.

• Strengthened internal controls, reducing errors and financial misstatements by 40%.

• Oversaw M&A activities, ensuring financial due diligence, integration, and synergies realisation.

• Improved working capital management, reducing inventory and receivables cycles by 25%.

• Negotiated financing and banking arrangements, securing favourable terms for capital and debt facilities.

• Standardised management reporting templates across multiple subsidiaries, improving transparency.

• Developed KPIs for financial performance monitoring, increasing visibility and accountability.

• Enhanced regulatory compliance, ensuring zero material findings from external audits.

• Mentored and developed finance leadership team, resulting in 4 internal promotions.

• Implemented tax planning strategies, reducing corporate tax exposure by 10%.

• Led process improvement initiatives, automating financial reporting and reconciliations, saving 30+ hours per month.

• Improved cost allocation and profitability analysis to inform strategic business decisions.

• Strengthened treasury and investment management, optimising cash reserves and returns.

• Enhanced scenario planning, forecasting, and risk assessment capabilities for senior leadership.

• Delivered financial insights and business cases for strategic investments and capital projects.

• Developed policies and procedures to strengthen corporate governance and compliance.

• Partnered with operations to improve efficiency, cost management, and operational performance.

• Successfully navigated complex regulatory environments across UK, US, and international markets.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead the finance function, including accounting, FP&A, treasury, and reporting, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

• Develop and implement financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and performance measurement systems.

• Oversee financial planning, risk management, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Provide actionable insights to executive leadership and the board to drive business growth.

• Manage, mentor, and develop senior finance staff, fostering a high-performing team.

• Drive financial process improvement, automation, and systems optimisation across the organisation.

• Support strategic initiatives, M&A, capital investments, and long-term planning decisions.