Ashley Worrall Email & Phone Number

London Area, United Kingdom

Purfleet, England, United Kingdom

As a Finance Business Partner at Carpetright Ltd, I play a pivotal role in driving financial performance and strategic decision support within the logistics and supply chain function. Leveraging my extensive experience in financial management, commercial modelling, and process optimisation, I provide critical insights and analytical support to enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness. My responsibilities include producing timely and accurate financial reports, developing dynamic cash flow models, and leading large-scale strategic and capital change projects.Notable Achievements:• Optimised Inventory Management: Resolved systemic issues in inventory management, improving working capital efficiency and releasing over £2 million to free cash flow.• Developed Cash Flow Modelling: Created a dynamic cash flow model that accurately forecasts cash requirements, enhancing strategic financial planning.• Enhanced Reporting Efficiency: Implemented bespoke reporting tools using Excel and PowerBI, reducing report generation time by over 50% and improving decision-making.• Led Cost Reduction Initiatives: Conducted comprehensive reviews of purchasing strategies, resulting in a 20% reduction in stock levels.• Leadership in Major Projects: Led analytics for consolidating Group-wide logistics into a central hub, increasing efficiency by 15% and reducing costs by 10%.Responsibilities:• Financial Analysis and Reporting: Produce timely and independent reports to support decision-making within the logistics and executive teams.• Commercial Modelling: Conduct detailed financial modelling for supply chain activities, supporting strategic decisions on capital projects.• Budgeting and Forecasting: Direct company-wide logistics budgets and forecasts, ensuring consistency with financial goals.• Stakeholder Collaboration: Maintain strong relationships with Group Executive Directors, Auditors, and third-party logistics partners.

Purfleet, England, United Kingdom

In the role of Inventory Analyst at Carpetright Ltd, I was integral in optimising financial processes and enhancing inventory management. Leveraging my expertise in financial reporting, ERP system implementation, and risk management, I provided critical support in stabilising the company’s financial position. My role involved ensuring accurate financial reporting, implementing new accounting standards, and identifying key risks and opportunities within inventory management.Notable Achievements:• Implemented Financial Systems: Played a key role in developing and implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365, streamlining financial operations and enhancing data consistency.• Improved Audit Processes: Strengthened interim and year-end audit support, reducing discrepancies and improving audit efficiency.• Enhanced Risk Management: Identified and mitigated key inventory and supply chain risks, providing actionable insights to senior management.Responsibilities:• Financial Reporting: Delivered accurate monthly group management accounts, critical for strategic decision-making.• Accounting Standards Implementation: Ensured compliance with new revenue recognition and inventory policies.• Expenditure Oversight: Partnered with the Logistics Director to monitor and control a £20 million cost centre, identifying cost-saving opportunities.• Executive Decision Support: Assisted in preparing board papers related to business strategies, budgets, and financial accounts.

Purfleet, England, United Kingdom

As a Financial Operations Manager at Carpetright PLC, I played a crucial role in enhancing financial processes and ensuring the accuracy of financial records. My expertise in cash reconciliation, customer refund processes, and debt recovery was instrumental in improving financial operations and customer satisfaction. Leading a team of finance professionals, I focused on developing their skills and driving productivity, while also ensuring compliance and readiness for audits.Notable Achievements:• Improved Cash Reconciliation Accuracy: Implemented an automated system for sales-to-cash reconciliation, reducing discrepancies by 40% and improving record accuracy.• Enhanced Customer Refund Process: Streamlined the refund process, cutting processing time by 50% and boosting customer satisfaction by 20%.• Drove Debt Recovery Improvement: Spearheaded a debt recovery initiative, reducing outstanding receivables by £5 million.• Strengthened Audit Readiness and Compliance: Prepared comprehensive year-end financial deliverables, achieving positive audit outcomes with minimal adjustments.• Team Development and Leadership: Successfully led and developed a team of ten finance professionals, increasing productivity by 30% through targeted training programs.Responsibilities:• Cash Reconciliation: Managed the sales-to-cash reconciliation process, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.• Customer Refund Management: Oversaw the customer refund process, ensuring timely and accurate refunds.• Debt Recovery: Led debt recovery efforts, collaborating with solicitors to improve collections processes.• Audit Preparation: Prepared year-end financial deliverables, ensuring compliance with audit requirements.• Team Leadership: Developed and managed a team of finance professionals, enhancing their skills and productivity.

Purfleet, England, United Kingdom

During my time as a Business Analyst at Carpetright PLC, I played a vital role in enhancing operational efficiency and financial performance across the company’s retail operations. My expertise in data analysis, KPI development, and process automation helped drive informed decision-making and operational improvements. I was responsible for analysing store performance, optimising utility costs, and implementing key financial processes to support strategic initiatives.Responsibilities & Achievements:• Improved Store Performance: Conducted comprehensive performance analysis, leading to targeted interventions that increased overall store profitability by 10%.• Cost Reduction: Negotiated new contracts and implemented energy-saving initiatives, reducing utility costs by 15% and saving £0.5 million annually.• Implemented KPI Dashboard: Designed and launched real-time KPI dashboards, reducing the time to identify performance issues by 40%.• Process Automation: Automated routine financial processes, saving over 80 hours per month in manual work.• Cost-Benefit Analysis: Conducted cost-benefit analyses for strategic initiatives, improving project ROI by 15%.

Welwyn Garden City, England, United Kingdom

Whilst employed as a Business Analyst Assistant at Magnet Group Plc, I supported various financial and operational initiatives, contributing to improved efficiency and cost management across multiple branches. My role involved budget tracking, expense monitoring, data analysis, and supporting senior management with actionable insights. I was integral in streamlining processes and optimising financial operations to enhance overall business performance.Responsibilities and Achievements:• Budget Management: Assisted in the development and tracking of branch budgets, ensuring financial discipline and reducing overspend by 15%.• Expense Monitoring: Monitored and reported on operational expenses, identifying cost-saving opportunities that resulted in annual savings in excess of £1.0 million.• Data Analysis and Reporting: Analysed financial data and generated detailed reports for senior management, facilitating informed decision-making.• Process Improvement: Streamlined administrative and financial processes, reducing process time by 20% and improving efficiency.• Support for Financial Planning: Provided support in financial planning and forecasting, contributing to more accurate financial projections and planning.

Cima, Accounting And Finance

Aat, Accounting And Finance

Nvq Level 2 Business Administration & Information Technology

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