• Jul 2021 - Present

As part of the Senior Management team, I report to the Finance Director and work closely with the Managing Director and wider Management team. Ownership of the entire analytics, pricing and commercial finance teams, which includes budgeting and forecasting (with cashflow), pricing and trade activity decisions, performance analysis and strategic planning.Leadership:• Through influencing the restructuring, the reporting lines, and priorities I have established a new team that is a centre of excellence for data, planning, and strategic support • Played key role in shifting culture in senior management team from a functional to a collaborative mindset, constantly challenging the status quo.Financial Planning:• Lead the full budgeting and forecasting process (Customer Numbers to PBT to Shareholders Funds).• Partner with business leaders in both Ireland and Head Office in the UK to support and drive operating performance including Financial Planning, Commercial Finance, Logistics, Contact Centre’s, Financial Services and Head office. • Look to identify best practices for the KPIs that are used within the business and implement Zero Based Budgeting.Commercial:• Play a significant role as part of the Trading Team ensuring we have the right information to enable the business to make the most informed decisions.Pricing:• Lead and direct pricing strategy formulation and take necessary pricing actions to enhance sales and profitability, ensuring integrity, compliance, and accuracy in all pricing matters.• Enhance processes and ensure timely response to market conditions to remain competitive and profitable.Strategic Planning:• Supporting the development of long-term organisational strategy through Business case preparation• Conducting research and analyses of operational effectiveness, processes, stakeholders, etc.• Aligning departmental goals, processes, and resource allocation with the organisational strategy.• Assessing market trends and competitors Show less

• May 2010 - Present

As part of the Senior Management team, I reported to the Finance Director . I had responsibility of the entire finance function which included commercial finance, budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting, treasury, payroll while also supporting risk & compliance. Commercial:• Conduct thorough analysis against internal metrics (at a customer /departmental level) of the commercial plans. Take the action required to ensure performance is on track.• Coordination of the annual budget and monthly/quarterly/weekly forecast process. Facilitation of consolidated reporting and creation/ communication of the annual budget timeline.• Management of the cross functional planning and budgeting cycles, working collaboratively with business partners to get input and buy in to the financial element of their business area. • Provision of regular forecasts to identify risks and opportunities to the business.Leadership:• Through coaching and use of development plans, I transformed the finance team from a financial reporting to a business partner function while ensuring all deadlines are meet and controls are in place. Financial Reporting• Overseeing the completion of all periodic financial accounting, management reporting and payroll requirements.• Ensure that all internal and external audits are managed correctly. • Designing, developing, and maintaining good systems and processes for reporting and control.• Development of dashboards, metrics and reports that provided analysis and insight to enable better financial planning and decision making by the Board of Directors.Business Partnering• Act as a Business Partner to all departments in financial decisions, to grow their understanding of their impact on the company’s bottom line Show less

Finance Manager - Contract

• Dec 2009 - May 2010

My duties included: - Implementing improved processes and controls - Managing a small finance team - Month end reporting - Supporting the Financial Controller - Payroll & Accounts Payable My duties included: - Implementing improved processes and controls - Managing a small finance team - Month end reporting - Supporting the Financial Controller - Payroll & Accounts Payable

Regional Financial Controller (Maternity Contract)

• Aug 2008 - Sep 2009

Company: Independent News & Media – Ireland Ltd Position: Interim Financial Controller (August 2008 – September 2009) - Maternity Cover Independent News & Media PLC [INM] is a leading international newspaper and communications group. I was responsible for 13 Regional titles based in Drogheda, Wexford, Kerry & Sligo. Reporting to Finance Director of INM – Ireland, Chief Executive of Regional Group and 4 Managing Directors. Key achievements: • Budgeting & reforecasting for four companies • Presenting budgets to Board of Directors of IMN • Analysis and presentation of weekly and period accounts • Supervision of outsourced finance team – 3 AP, 5 AR and 3 financial accountants. Show less

Group Financial Controller

• Apr 2007 - Aug 2008

The One Group provides materials to the construction industry and consists of five companies based in Ireland and the UK. They have a combined turnover of £20m and employed 100 staff. Reporting directly to the Managing Director Key achievements: • Implementation of essential internal controls & procedures • Year End Audit –the most professional and accurate audit for the group to date. • Management of accounts team of 10 staff based in 3 locations • Preparation & analysis of annual budgets • Payroll & HR for 30 employees. Including year-end returns and the implementation & preparation of employee contracts and maintenance of files. • Cashflow Management including Invoice Discounting and negotiation of improved interest rates for the group Show less

Accounting Trainee - Financial Controller

• Jun 2001 - Apr 2007

John Hinde Ltd distributes Tourist, Novelty and Gift product throughout the country and to export markets t/o €30m. I was seconded to the US office on qualification to backfill the Financial Controller position on an interim basis. Position: Financial Controller (Fragrance Boutique Ltd, Dublin) Dec 05-Apr 07 Travelled: November 2004 – November 2005 Position: Financial Controller (John Hinde Ltd, USA) Sept –Nov 04 Position: Trainee Accountant (John Hinde Ltd, Dublin) June 01-Sept 04 Key achievements: • System implementation on multi sites • Established controls & processes to ensure the business was protected • Implemented a new stock system which resulted in accurate stock availability • Gained experience in AP, AR, Debt Collection, Reconciliations, Management accounts and Audit Show less