Managing Director

• Nov 2019 - Present

Chief Financial Officer

• Apr 2020 - Present

Chief Financial Officer

• Jan 2020 - Present

Chief Financial Officer

• Jan 2020 - Present

Commercial Finance Manager

• Apr 2019 - Present

Commercial Manager - nbn Projects

• Oct 2017 - Apr 2019

Sitting within the Technology & Communications business unit of Downer, this role is primarily accountable for providing commercial support and assistance in the implementation of the respective commercial strategies on the various nbn Projects and reports to the National Commercial Manager - Communications. Lead a team of 5 functional reports (Project Commercial Managers), managed commercial strategy and relationship across all of Downer's Nbn portfolio of construction contracts turning over ~$500M per annum.Key accountabilities and performance measures included;Project Planning – providing support to the project teams to plan for their Projects.Project Delivery - preserving Downer’s entitlements through strict administration of the terms of the head contracts during project execution phase.Subcontractor/Supplier Management - providing commercial leadership in the engagement and management of subcontractors and suppliers.Risk Management – effective implementation of Downer’s risk management framework.Project Reporting – detailed and accurate project reporting.Project Closeout – finalising project outcomes and lessons learned.Training and Development – developing contract awareness capability within the project teams.

Finance Manager - Network Construction & Maintenance

• May 2015 - Oct 2017

The Network Construction & Maintenance business unit focuses on construction and maintenance projects in the Communications sector. In particular, it is responsible for the execution of the NBN and Telstra contracts on hand with Downer. Reporting to the General Manager, lead a team of 4 direct reports and 6 functional reports (Project Accountants) managing annual turnover of ~$500M.Key accountabilities and performance measures included;Responsible for setting the financial management and investment strategy for the NC&M business unit.Ensure that the business manages and maintains a complete and accurate ledger and accounts, complying with all relevant accounting and statutory requirements and legislation.Develop and implement a governance framework that ensures accurate, transparent and timely financial reports to allow analysis and decision making.Provide functional leadership to ensure that comprehensive and accurate monthly forecasts are delivered with that are understood and owned by the project teams.Develop and maintain a comprehensive and effective financial control framework and support the business in its implementation.Collaborate with Commercial Managers to maximise project profitability and cash flows, including management of cash collection from the customer.Preparation of all ad-hoc, monthly, half and full year financial reports for the Network Construction business and also as required by stakeholders within the wider Downer group of companies.

NBN MDU Project Financial Controller

• Jul 2014 - Jun 2015

The role was to manage and maintain the financial integrity of the NBN MDU project. The role supported the business by providing the project team with timely and accurate financial and non-financial reports that presented a true and fair view of the performance of contracts at any point in time. The role had ownership of project ledgers and associated financial reporting including primary responsibility for the preparation of all budgets and forecasts as required by the business to enable sound management decision making. Reporting to the Project Manager - total contract value was ~$100M over 3 years.Key accountabilities and performance measures included;Manage and maintain complete and accurate project ledger including expenditure to date, commitments and cost to complete. Complying with all relevant standards and legislationComparison to budget including variation analysis Accurate reporting of Revenue and Profit ensuring alignment with Earned Value Maximise cash flows, collaborating with the Commercial team Develop and maintain comprehensive and accurate monthly rolling forecasts in conjunction with the businessDevelop and maintain a comprehensive and effective Internal Control framework and support the business in its implementation Collaborate with Contract Administrators to maximise project profitability and cash flows, including cash collection Preparation of all monthly, half and full year financial reports for the project and also ad-hoc reports as required Develop and maintain open and clear communication channels with the business ensuring clear and efficient flow of information and transparency over project progress.

Project & Finance Accountant

• Jan 2010 - Jul 2014

Giovenco Industries was an industrial services contractor specialising in provision of protective coatings, insulation and access solutions. Giovenco primarily serviced the mining, oil & gas and infrastructure sectors. Giovenco had offices throughout Australia, employed in excess of 300 employees and turned over approx. $100million per year. Role: The Project Accountant’s role and core responsibilities comprise of facilitating the financial and administrative functions for numerous projects. Cost control, forecasting, variance analysis and reporting are major focuses, coupled with the development and implementation of systems and processes to drive efficiencies and transparency of information. Reporting to the CFO, managed contracts combined annual turnover of ~$45M. Key Roles/Achievements; Lead the project administration module ERP development and key involvement for the implementation at all sites nationally. Developed a labour sell rate model to ensure all future tendered labour rates were being calculated correctly and consistently throughout the group. This resulted in successfully reviewing contract rates and obtained a number of contract variations (over various contracts and sites) resulting in direct increases to the gross profit margins for the respective contracts. Redeveloped the project reporting pack for individual cost centres to be incorporated into Board reports. Responsible for the provision of all client required site data reporting, preparation of invoices and management of contractual financial issues. Developed daily and weekly project reporting templates in conjunction with aligning project estimates with project reporting budgets. Involved in the implementation of Avontus/Quantify Scaffold management systems. Financial analysis and involvement for preparation of large tenders, preparation of year end journals and accounts, cash flow reporting and forecasting and; management of debtors and cash balances.

Senior Accountant

• Jul 2007 - Dec 2009

Senior Insolvency Accountant RR is a large successful boutique insolvency firm that was first established in 1999. The company has served many large reputable clients and has numerous offices located throughout Australia and New Zealand. Role, Skills & Achievements: Main operator for major aspects of insolvency administrations, including securing and realising assets; investigations; preparation of statutory reports and reports to creditors; trade on management, taxation and accounting issues and finalisation of administrations. Involved in implementation, maintenance and staff training for new accounting system, MYOB Insolvency and company precedents. Responsible for the design, creation and implementation of various reports and forms generated by MYOB. Promoted to senior/supervisory role and responsibilities within 18 months of employment. Team supervisory role, Management and Partner personally recognised leadership skills. Involved in firm marketing and chairing of various creditors meetings. Responsible operator and manager on trading and non-trading Voluntary Administrations on businesses in retail, wholesale and construction industry. Highly proficient report and letter writing skills. Efficient and effective problem solving skills, ability to solve problems commercially and adequately. Organised and presented staff training sessions for employees on various topics within the paradigm of commercial insolvency and procedures.