David Gilbert

FD/CFO

London W

David Gilbert In 60 Seconds

I am an experienced commercially minded CFO, with a track record of delivering outstanding results in fast growth and turnaround businesses, both in the UK and internationally. Due to the strong relationships I establish, I am comfortable working with CEOs and leadership teams, as well as teams across entire organisations to deliver improvements in both finance and throughout the company.

Specialist Skills

Management Information

Clear and simple information to facilitate growth and better decision making.

Business Planning

Produced high level and detailed budgets as well as forecasts to help create long term value.

Profit Improvement

By providing clear information and analysis I have enabled sales improvement, cost reductions and tight cashflow management.

Strategic Thinker

Led, supported and executed strategic plans to help owners achieve their visions and goals.

Executive Coaching

A mentor and sounding board for business owners, leadership teams and management.

Track Record Highlights

I have led and supported several successful exits, helping owners realise their ambitions.

I have rolled my sleeves up to execute change and to develop the finance functions of the businesses I worked with. This included changes at different stages of growth and mentoring the teams to give outstanding service to the rest of the organisation.

I have implemented straightforward commercial information to help the businesses scale.

I have been responsible for the IT strategy and implementation in several organisations, leading to improved customer service and business efficiency. This has included changes in Finance systems (e.g. SAP and Navision) and the implementation of wider business systems (e.g. Salesforce).

Other experience includes acquisitions, fund raising rounds (including an MBO) and cost reduction programmes.

As part of small leaderships teams, in addition to Finance, I also have had experience in property, legal, data protection, HR and operational projects.

I led a major retail company's international launch and have also established a new medical facility abroad.

Sector Experience

Healthcare

Retail & Consumer Products

Hospitality & Tourism

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