Key Achievements:

Developed and executed financial strategy, driving 20% year-on-year revenue growth.

Streamlined budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes, reducing cycle times by 35%.

Implemented cost optimisation initiatives, saving £5M / $6M annually.

Improved cash flow management, reducing short-term financing needs by 50%.

Introduced automated financial reporting dashboards for executive leadership, 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 due diligence and post-merger integrations, ensuring financial and operational alignment.

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

Negotiated financing arrangements, securing favourable debt and credit terms.

Standardised management reporting templates across business units, improving transparency.

Developed KPIs and dashboards to monitor financial performance and support strategic planning.

Ensured compliance with US GAAP, UK GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory reporting requirements.

Mentored and developed senior finance staff, resulting in multiple promotions.

Implemented tax planning and optimisation strategies, reducing effective tax rate by 10%.

Led process improvement initiatives, automating reconciliations and reporting, saving 30+ hours/month.

Enhanced profitability analysis and cost allocation processes to support strategic business decisions.

Strengthened treasury, investment management, and cash allocation, optimising returns.

Developed scenario planning, forecasting, and risk assessment tools for executive leadership.

Delivered financial insights and business cases for strategic capital projects.

Improved financial governance, policy adherence, and corporate compliance.

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

Implemented predictive financial modelling to support growth strategies and investment decisions.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Lead the finance function, including FP&A, accounting, treasury, and reporting, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy.

Develop and implement financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management systems.

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

Provide actionable insights to executive leadership to drive strategic business decisions.

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

Drive financial process improvements, automation, and system optimisation across the organisation.

Support mergers, acquisitions, capital projects, and long-term strategic initiatives.