Experience

ESW
• Ireland
• Internet Publishing
• 200 - 300 Employee
• Revenue Manager

  • Jan 2022 - Present


Brown Thomas Arnotts

• Ireland
• Retail
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Acting financial controller

  • Jul 2021 - Dec 2021

• Financial Reporting Manager

  • Oct 2018 - Jul 2021



Brown Thomas

• Ireland
• Retail
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Acting Financial Controller

  • Jan 2018 - Sep 2018

  • Successful completion of year-end audit and statutory accounts as acting FC.• Presentation of monthly accounts to the business at period review.• Responsibility for finance function including year-end performance reviews with staff and development

• Finance Manager

  • Feb 2017 - Dec 2017

  • Selection and review of processes across both Arnotts and Brown Thomas to identify best practices.• Integration of two established finance teams into a new structure. Consolidation of month end reporting into group and streamlining the process. Working as one business but representing two brands. Review of all processes to identify efficiencies.• Review of software programs in relation to new finance system selection and implementation.• Responsibility for preparation of Chairman’s report with key KPI’s and commentary from all areas of the business which is submitted to Selfridges group after each month-end.

• Management Accountant

  • Jul 2014 - Jan 2017

  • Re-establishment of the finance team in Dublin and integration of the function back into the Brown Thomas business. The finance transition was deemed a great success by the FD & MD and was communicated to the Selfridges Group Chairman at this year’s audit committee.• Formation of key relationships with various stakeholders across the business to ensure all areas and costs are understood and monitored. • Implementation of new budgeting software across the business to both finance and non-finance individuals.• Successful completion of two year-end audits, internal audit and VAT Revenue audit. audit in my time at Brown Thomas.• Key contact in maintaining & reporting on the capital budget for investment. I was also responsible for implementing the new BT capital policy alongside the FC & FD.• Responsibility for preparation of Chairman’s report with key KPI’s and commentary from all areas of the business which is submitted to group after each month-end.• Production of monthly management accounts pack for review with Financial Controller and issue to the Business. Review of accounts and explanations of variances to relevant stakeholders in the business.• Production of detailed monthly analysis for key areas in the business, Marketing, IT, Online and Fixed Assets. Liaison with key client groups to help them address deviations from plan and identify risks and opportunities in their areas.• Management of the Fixed Asset Register and Depreciation Process including all reconciliations for period and year end process.• Preparation of monthly variance analysis and management of Balance Sheet Reconciliations for key accounts such as Fixed Assets, Accruals and Prepayments.• Key contact in the Selfridges group on all intercompany related transactions and ensuring all are at arm’s length and in line with group transfer pricing policy.



Musgrave

• Ireland
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Financial Accountant

  • Oct 2013 - Jul 2014

  -Preparation of monthly margin analysis and communication of margins with management. -Management of the Balance Sheet including all reconciliations for period and quarterly close. -Bank reconciliation assistance and review. -Submission of monthly bank review to Group. -ROI VAT returns and tax analysis. -Divisional Internal Audit. -Periodic working capital reports including working capital KPI's and cash position analysis. -Preparation of monthly margin analysis and communication of margins with management. -Management of the Balance Sheet including all reconciliations for period and quarterly close. -Bank reconciliation assistance and review. -Submission of monthly bank review to Group. -ROI VAT returns and tax analysis. -Divisional Internal Audit. -Periodic working capital reports including working capital KPI's and cash position analysis.



KPMG

• Brazil
• Construction

• Senior Audit Associate

  • Oct 2010 - Oct 2013

  Qualified Audit senior in Financial Services in KPMG Dublin. Main area of focus was Investment Management and Fund Administration Companies as well as various fund structures. I was also involved in work on a restructuring assignment. Below is a brief summary of experience gained while in KPMG: -Complete audit file from early planning stages through to client sign off. -Critically review statutory accounts to ensure they meet company law and financial reporting requirements. -Ensuring statutory accounts are in line with standards and accurately reflect the situation as reflected by the audit file, for US GAAP, Irish GAAP and IFRS. -Maintain client relationships at the appropriate level and present a favourable impression of the firm. -Resolution of issues raised by clients. -Manage both client and management expectations through clear communication. -Provide timely feedback to the management team in relation to ongoing job performance with a view to avoiding any issues and highlighting any concerns raised by the client in a transparent manner. -Understand,evaluate and test the design and operation of accounting and internal control systems. -Provide on the job training, assistance and mentoring to junior members of staff. -Act with objectivity, independence and integrity at all times. Completed the FAE 2012 with The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ireland.



Dublin City University

• Ireland
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Tutor

  • Nov 2009 - Sep 2010

  Worked as a tutor in management accounting and basic double entry for first year and non-accounting students. This involved preparation of solutions, dealing with students in a class and on an individual basis, answering questions and dealing with any queries they may have had. Worked as a tutor in management accounting and basic double entry for first year and non-accounting students. This involved preparation of solutions, dealing with students in a class and on an individual basis, answering questions and dealing with any queries they may have had.