David Bourne Email & Phone Number

London And Midlands

Croydon, United Kingdom

Lichfield

Responsible for accounting functions for Allports Garages Ltd, all HR functions, IT management, compliance, Manufacturer liaison & target achievement, administration function within departments, supporting departmental managers in achieving budgets, reducing costs, driving top line and margins. I develop processes and procedures to ensure customer remain satisfied and enjoy their interaction with the company. I hold responsibility for new & used sales targets, bonuses and administration.

Birmingham, Uk Branches, Switzerland And Qatar

Joined as Finance Director, but with added role of Operations Director with responsibility for full company creation & set up. Including procurement for all business assets, developing fully integrated IT systems, Email, internet; establishing bank account, VAT, CCL, FSA, payroll, HR policies & staff recruitment. Controlling building development to establish 4 branches. Introduced new luxury vehicle brand to UK, including marketing, sales and manufacturer liaison. Established company web site and social media routes to market.

Warwick, Uk

Part of automotive executive committee looking at acquisitions and post acquisition integration; and fanchise withdrawal / site disposal & closure. Assisted in development of e-marketing and social network route to market. Sales & CRM process training and development. In Yacht division the creation of a full system of control.

Coleshill, Warwickshire, Uk

Joined Group with 15 retail sites, helped take to plc, then grew to 84 branches; before taking back to private status and shrinking back to 25 sites representing luxury brands only. All branch accountants had functional reporting to me, as well as IT team. Part of Executive Committee advising on IT, and controls / training in accounting, payroll, CRM and vehicle admin / stock control.

Redditch, Uk & Worldwide (Usa, & Europe)

International corporate auditor & consultant, spending 1 to 2 months per project covering a mixture of post acquisition reviews and to identify & fix major business issues. Reporting to Chairman of GKN group. Final years included line roles in UK subsidiaries, excellent manufacturing experience. Inclusion in GKN Management development program.

Mba, Business / Marketing

Chartered Institute Of Management Accountants, Accounting