Experience

Prinova Global

• United Kingdom
• Food and Beverage Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Head of Finance (FD) Prinova Solutions Europe

  • Apr 2022 - Present

  Prinova Solutions Europe forms part of Nagase Group (listed company), a single source for functional ingredients and Premix manufacturing. From our extensive ingredients portfolio to our vertically-integrated capabilities, we utilize all of our strengths to formulate superior custom premixes and market-ready blends. Prinova Solutions offer more than a blend of ingredients, it is also a fusion of our diverse expertise and resources. Providing fast and effective service with our market-leading positions in Key product categories, including vitamins, amino acids, sweeteners, and plant proteins. As you would expect, our products and services are always underpinned by the highest quality standards, including transparent sourcing and infant-approved manufacturing facilities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Reporting to the General Manager and member of the Senior Management Team. • Leading the Finance function and Managing the Finance Team. • Reporting, Taxes and auditors. • Oversee ad-hoc pricing requests and annual customer bids • Review all financial plans and budgets regularly to look for cost reduction opportunities • Banks and FX hedging strategies • Ensure compliance in accordance with the Parent Company's policies and procedures • Implement strategy directives from Senior Management Team, Creation of sound business case for Capital Expenditure and monitoring of said projects to ensure deliverable are met • Develop systems and procedures to ensure the efficient and effective management of the company's finances • Recommending appropriate changes that will improve the company's financial performance & controls • Review and sign customer and supplier contracts



Safran Aerosystems

• Morocco
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• CFO

  • Sep 2020 - Apr 2022

  Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation, defence and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran is a listed company and has a global presence, with 81,000 employees and holds, alone or in partnership, world or European leadership positions in its core markets. As a member of executive management at Safran AeroSystems Services UK and working very closely with the General Manager, I am responsible for contributing to the company's strategic direction in the UK within the AeroSystems business and overseeing the Finance department with support to the business. Key Responsibilities: • Develop performance measures to support the company's strategic direction • Produce financial reporting and analysis on specific systems (Sales & Margin, P&L, Variances, BS, FCF…) • Setting and overseeing business controlling • Budget, financial analysis, reporting and financial planning and accounting. • Manage and oversee accounting, Payroll, bank, auditor relations, legal, tax, and treasury • Report financial results to the board of directors • Monitor all open legal issues involving the company, and legal issues affecting the industry • Monitor cash balances and cash forecasts



WORLD ORT

• United Kingdom
• Philanthropic Fundraising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• GLOBAL FC

  • Aug 2019 - Sep 2020

  ORT is a global education network with over 300,000 students a year, in 37 countries, and is one of the largest educational organizations in the world, providing a combination of high-level science and technology education. Responsible for the efforts and results of the financial department. * Oversee all company accounts and investments covering UK and all overseas operations * Create monthly and annual reports to identify results, trends, and financial forecasts and ensure that specified overseas companies submit appropriate reports, KPI’s and appropriate narrative. * Suggest updates and improvements for accounting systems, control procedures * Establish and implement financial reporting systems to comply with government regulations and legislation covering SORP and IFRS * Manage the budgeting process and develop financial plans for the company based on research, data reports and discussion with Head of Departments and relevant other staff * Review all financial plans and budgets regularly to look for cost reduction opportunities



HCT Group

• Truck Transportation
• 1 - 100 Employee

• GROUP HEAD OF FINANCE

  • Feb 2016 - Jul 2019

  Transport sector including London Red Bus (£86M turnover) with 16 legal entities. • Lead a team of 16 professionals and developing the Finance Business Partner function. • Cost and Margin Analysis, advising the business about commercial performance. • Mergers and acquisitions • New Finance system implementation fit for purpose for Group growth. The system has been designed to help Operations and Commercial to identify savings and business opportunities • Sets best practice financial policies, procedures and controls for the Group, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and frameworks and shaping the financial reporting efficiency of the Group • Influences strategic decisions by providing accurate, timely and insightful management information and analysis, including all consolidated reporting to different stakeholders, Financial Planning & Analysis activities (including budgeting, forecasting). • Working Capital management • Manages the provision of advice on technical accounting issues and ensures robust financial control across the business.



MMG CITRUS LTD

• HEAD OF FINANCE

  • Jun 2013 - Jan 2016

  Multinational Company in the food manufacturing sector and FMCG working in partnership with the main UK retailers such as M&S, JS and Morrisons.Approx. £ 70 M turnover. • Manage and lead the finance function of the Company • Formulating strategic plans with the General Manager • Acting as a catalyst for change throughout the business and challenging thought processes • Analyzing and reviewing costing methodologies, increasing growth and profit. Multinational Company in the food manufacturing sector and FMCG working in partnership with the main UK retailers such as M&S, JS and Morrisons.Approx. £ 70 M turnover. • Manage and lead the finance function of the Company • Formulating strategic plans with the General Manager • Acting as a catalyst for change throughout the business and challenging thought processes • Analyzing and reviewing costing methodologies, increasing growth and profit.



Leo Group Ltd

• United Kingdom
• Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• HEAD OF FINANCE

  • Oct 2011 - Jun 2013

  Multinational Food manufacturer and recycling (£62M turnover) • Led a team of 20 professionals. Responsibility for all of the financial aspects of the Group, consisting of 7 separate legal entities. • Designed new Cash Flow Process and improved CF by £1M • Liaise with the Board of Directors in formulating business strategies. • Implementation of improved accounting and financial policies. Multinational Food manufacturer and recycling (£62M turnover) • Led a team of 20 professionals. Responsibility for all of the financial aspects of the Group, consisting of 7 separate legal entities. • Designed new Cash Flow Process and improved CF by £1M • Liaise with the Board of Directors in formulating business strategies. • Implementation of improved accounting and financial policies.



ABM REXEL

• Spain
• Wholesale
• 1 - 100 Employee

• FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

  • 2007 - 2011

  Multinational electrical goods distributor (£220M turnover) • Responsible for a team of 4 controllers in charge of the financial analysis and consolidation. Supervision of the reporting and statutory accounting of the Company with a team of 10. • Evaluated different options to cut costs without damaging commercial structure. • Instigated implementation of a new ERP system. • Analysis and control of the budget and forecasts across the Iberian business. • Implementation of improved accounting and financial policies information systems



SMURFIT KAPPA

• Ireland
• Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• CONTROLLER

  • Jan 2001 - Oct 2007

  Multinational company in the paper and corrugated paper industry. (£60M turnover). • Led a team of 7 finance professionals, managed costs, financial accountancy system and payroll. • Oversaw investment in machinery saving over £10M PA • Organised working groups designed solutions to improve cash flow and minimize debt. Result was a working capital improvement of £1.2M • Guaranteed quality of reporting. Strong relationship with auditors. • Met business targets by analysing profitability and supporting decision making • Development and analysis of different economic scenarios for strategic projects. • Coordination in negotiating large contracts with suppliers. • In charge of all financial reporting and compliance, with the Sarbanes Oxley Act.



DELOITTE & TOUCHE (CSL)

• ACCOUNTING MANAGER

  • Jul 1999 - Dec 2000

  Responsible for the accounting services of CSL to the two sites of NSC (multinational chemical company ) in Holland (approx. 70 million Eur of turnover each).

• FINANCE ADMINISTRATOR

  • Aug 1998 - Jul 1999

  Responsible for sales ledger, general ledger, purchase Ledger, inter-company and banks reconciliations, accruals, and others). Achievements included a high quality level in the accuracy of the accounting and therefore maintaining a good rapport with the client.