Experience

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  Gentrack Ltd (Global)

  • Auckland, New Zealand

  • Group Finance Manager

    • Apr 2024 - Present
    • Auckland, New Zealand

    I lead the financial operations, treasury, compliance, and reporting for a dynamic and diverse group listed with NZX and ASX, operating across more than seven countries, including key markets like the USA, Australia and UK. In my role, I manage a dedicated team of six direct reports based in Auckland along with two external accountants based in India, ensuring excellence and accuracy in all financial activities.I collaborate closely with business unit leaders to enhance financial performance and deliver strategic insights that drive decision-making and business success. My responsibilities also include acting as the primary liaison for external audits and regulatory compliance, listing rules, maintaining stringent standards and upholding the integrity of our financial reporting across all regions.My leadership is focused on fostering a team-oriented environment that encourages growth and efficiency, positioning the finance department as a critical partner in the organization’s overall success.

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  ARA Group

  • Auckland, New Zealand

  • Head of Finance and Transformation

    • Jan 2021 - Mar 2024
    • Auckland, New Zealand

    2IC and responsible for formulating and driving strategic business and transformation plan for:-Electronic Security;-Facilities Management;-Electrical and Data Networking; and -Marine Fire Service business segments.I report directly to Managing Director and partner with two Country GMs to grow the respective divisions. As the financial advisor and gate keeper, I lead the full finance functions nationally for Auckland, Wellington, Hamilton, Christchurch, Queenstown and Tauranga locations.

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  DFK Oswin Griffiths Carlton

  • Auckland, New Zealand

  • Senior Manager - Audit and Assurance

    • May 2019 - Dec 2020
    • Auckland, New Zealand

    - 2IC to Audit division- Drove performance and quality of firm’s entire audit portfolio of clients with diverse industry sectors. - Firm’s advisor for IFRS, AML and other reporting pronouncements.- Mentor and coach to audit staff

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  BDO in New Zealand

  • Auckland, New Zealand

  • Assurance Senior Manager

    • Nov 2017 - Mar 2019
    • Auckland, New Zealand

    - Managed and grew audit client portfolio with various industries sectors.- Reported directly to Audit Partner.- Mentor and coach to audit staff and audit managers.

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  PwC

  • New Zealand

  • Assurance Manager

    • Sep 2016 - Oct 2017
    • New Zealand

    - Managed client portfolio of banks, insurance, investments, leasing and other financial service companies.- Reported directly to Audit Partner.- Coach and mentor to audit staff.- Roll out investment valuation tool for Auckland and Wellington office.

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  KPMG in the Cayman Islands

  • Cayman Islands

  • Assurance Manager

    • Oct 2012 - Sep 2016
    • Cayman Islands

    - Managed global clients from various countries, (US, UK, HK, Canada) - Worked on assignments for New York Wall Street clients. - Lead a group of auditors in India who assist Cayman office. - Mentor and coach for audit staff.

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  EY

  • The Bahamas

  • Assistant Manager - Assurance

    • Jan 2011 - Sep 2012
    • The Bahamas

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  PwC

  • Sri Lanka

  • Assistant Assurance Manager

    • Jan 2006 - Jan 2011
    • Sri Lanka