Gavin Abel
Head of Finance at Emerson Crane Hire Ltd- Claim this Profile
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Wayne Barker
I worked with Gavin at Emerald for many years and he was a highly focused, dedicated and loyal employee. He always gave his all for the Company, leading by example and was a pleasure to work with.
Peter Loftus
I worked with Gavin from January 2008 until I left the company in 2010. In addition to his role as financial director Gavin held the post of head of HR and latterly took overall responsibility for installations. Gavin is a tallented and three dimensional Financial Director. I'm delighted to recommend him. The value he can add is significant
Wayne Barker
I worked with Gavin at Emerald for many years and he was a highly focused, dedicated and loyal employee. He always gave his all for the Company, leading by example and was a pleasure to work with.
Peter Loftus
I worked with Gavin from January 2008 until I left the company in 2010. In addition to his role as financial director Gavin held the post of head of HR and latterly took overall responsibility for installations. Gavin is a tallented and three dimensional Financial Director. I'm delighted to recommend him. The value he can add is significant
Wayne Barker
I worked with Gavin at Emerald for many years and he was a highly focused, dedicated and loyal employee. He always gave his all for the Company, leading by example and was a pleasure to work with.
Peter Loftus
I worked with Gavin from January 2008 until I left the company in 2010. In addition to his role as financial director Gavin held the post of head of HR and latterly took overall responsibility for installations. Gavin is a tallented and three dimensional Financial Director. I'm delighted to recommend him. The value he can add is significant
Wayne Barker
I worked with Gavin at Emerald for many years and he was a highly focused, dedicated and loyal employee. He always gave his all for the Company, leading by example and was a pleasure to work with.
Peter Loftus
I worked with Gavin from January 2008 until I left the company in 2010. In addition to his role as financial director Gavin held the post of head of HR and latterly took overall responsibility for installations. Gavin is a tallented and three dimensional Financial Director. I'm delighted to recommend him. The value he can add is significant
Experience
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Emerson Crane Hire Ltd
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United Kingdom
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Head of Finance
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Sep 2019 - Present
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S & G ABEL LIMITED
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United Kingdom
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Accounting
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Finance Change Management Consultant
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Sep 2018 - Present
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SIG TRADING LIMITED
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United Kingdom
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Finance Change Management Consultant
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Feb 2019 - Aug 2019
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Finance Director
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May 2011 - Sep 2018
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Financial Controller
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May 2011 - Feb 2012
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Interim Financial Controller
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Sep 2010 - May 2011
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Financial Director
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Aug 2006 - Aug 2010
To bring all financial data and information up to date, implement cost centre reporting and ensure all information and data was inline with company policy. Responsible for all Financial, HR, Contract and Legal Issues for the company Reported to the CEO / Managing Director Responsible for control of the finance team (7 people) and Retail / Contract team (10 people) Liaise with bankers and finance houses to improve cash flow, and successfully generated much needed funds by introducing Confidential Invoice Discounting. Responsible for the Negotiations and ultimate sale of the company properties and getting above market value, to secure funds for future growth Show less
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Group Financial Controller
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Aug 2005 - Aug 2006
Liaise with bankers and HM Customs over late filing and all debt within the business to restructure and improve on cash flow. Control and prepare varies group budgets and 5 year plans and present to financial institutions to aid restructure of the business. Responsible for implementation of both policies and procedures within the finance function and assistance company wide, to improve management control. To bring all financial data and information up to date and inline with group policy. Responsible for all Financial, IT and HR Issues for the group Reported to the Chairman and owner of the group Responsible for control of the finance team consisting of seven people, two based in Liverpool and five in Southend. Show less
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Financial Controller UK Group
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Aug 1998 - Jul 2005
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Financial Accountant
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Nov 1995 - Jul 1998
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Education
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1980 - 1986
Sweyne
FCCA, Accountancy
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