Region: Kent

I am an experienced, highly commercial and strategic thinking, out of the box Finance Director, with a track record of transforming businesses and leadership teams, using finance as a catalyst to drive a winning culture and increase in performance. Successful in raising finance for growth and working with funders to turnaround struggling businesses.

Experienced Director with 35+ years experience mainly in the areas of Property, Construction, Manufacturing, Hospitality, Leisure and Financial Services. I joined the CFO Centre at the beginning of 2018 after 20 years as a CFO, responsible for raising over £500mn of funding with strong skills in appraisal, forecasting, strategic planning and management information.

I am an experienced Finance Director and CFO with a track record of leading successful finance teams, improving performance and helping businesses achieve their ambitions. I have worked for SME, international and listed businesses across a number of sectors. I have helped lead businesses through exits and acquisitions, as well as working with funders to turnaround struggling businesses.

I have been a COO and FD in fast-growing, dynamic, and complex environments for over 25 years. I’m an experienced analyst of business problems and implementer of commercial solutions, with an ability to get things done and to present complex solutions in a manner which can be readily understood by all. Recently in PE, acquiring and selling quality-driven businesses with a view to wealth creation.

I am a versatile, commercially focused international Finance Director with a successful record in the UK and overseas of driving best in class leadership in competitive fast-moving businesses. Current technical skills are allied to key strengths and proven achievements. PW trained and Qualified FCA with 40+ years post qualification experience and achievements including over 30 years at FD level.