Maria Faulkner In 60 Seconds
Bringing diverse hands on experience in my varied finance leadership roles, working for SME enterprises across multiple countries, leading diverse teams. Demonstrating a wide range of capabilities across these businesses, supporting them running the finances, analysing new business opportunities and preparation for sale. Partnering with business owners driving growth and financial performance.
Specialist Skills
Business Planning
Ensuring clarity of the Business Plan and the right strategy to achieve the objectives of the owners.
Financial Operations
Putting the right financial controls in place to ensure the company can meet it's financial obligations and maximise it's returns.
M&A Specialist
Due diligence for acquisition of competitors for business growth.
Cash Flow Improvement
Ensuring robust financial controls are in place to ensure cash is controlled and risks are minimised.
Budgeting & Forecasting
Providing accurate and timely information to support business decision making.
Track Record Highlights
- Lead negotiations with Administrators for purchase of a competitor brand, which increased turnover by 1.7m.
- Negotiated a Consumer Finance Facility which increased turnover by 30%.
- Brought stability to the accounting function and streamlined financial controls for Group business across 4 European countries.
- Tripled cash flow in a Group structure by introducing financial controls and accountability.
- Re-structured an entire finance function, including new roles and responsibilities to ingrain accuracy, efficiency and timeliness of operations.
Sector Experience
- Technology, Media & Telecoms
- Retail & Consumer Products
- Engineering
- Services
What's next?
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