An experienced and strategically creative FD / CFO with an impeccable record of achievement in successfully managing high growth, new structures and emerging commercial relationships across a range of industries. Recognised as a strong, natural leader able to persuade, motivate and drive teams to achieve business transformation and profit growth in the most demanding circumstances. Impressive portfolio of experience and particularly skilled in directing recovery, leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing complex routes to fulfilment in challenging environments. Can be contacted by Email: chris.lowe@colobus.co.uk Mobile: 07968 851076 and Skype: ChrisLowe• A natural leader with an open management style. Recruits, mentors and motivates individuals creating highly effective financial teams and an environment where success is recognised and rewarded. • Able to manage multiple, large, complex and dynamic activities. Relentlessly maintains the focus, flexibility and enthusiasm associated with the successful delivery of effective financial strategies in demanding commercial environments. • Able to bring fresh impetus to business growth and cost control. Understands from where the potential new opportunities will come and creates original and effective strategies to identify potential revenue or savings, influence key stakeholders and benefit the business. • Possesses strong, big-picture financial instincts and the technical skills to carry the ideas forward. Accredited Chartered Accountant with a strong eye for detail and excellent working knowledge of all major financial IT software.• Very technically aware and able to engage with internal and external stakeholders at deep levels of technological understanding. Communicates clearly and succinctly such that the impact of strategic decisions at the operational level is clearly understood.