CFO with proven success in international, growth-oriented organisations across diverse sectors including B2B, B2C, financial services, corporate markets, recruitment, technology, e-commerce, education and omni channel retail. As a strategic, customer-focused, results-oriented, and dynamic UK CCAB Fellow, I offer extensive experience and a passion for developing innovative financial models and KPIs that drive business performance and achieve profit goals.Expertise in translating complex financial data into actionable business insights. With comprehensive knowledge of modern business and finance management concepts, I promote a ‘partnering’ financial leadership approach. This involves leading financial management, FP&A, audit, and commercial analysis in fast-paced environments, providing practical solutions to enhance capabilities.I have a strong track record of driving innovation, blending financial experience with business acumen to embed new processes and controls, and bridging the gap between finance and the broader business. My leadership extends to developing and managing finance teams, leveraging organisational skills, empathy, and confidence to foster professional development and maximize team performance.Key Contributions and Achievements: • Strategic Leadership and Business Transformation: Successful in leading business-critical changes alongside CEO’s and founders , introducing finance and business target operating models, promoting best practices, and realising significant business benefits. • Fundraising and Investor Relations: Demonstrated experience with private equity-backed companies, excelling in fundraising and investor relations. I managed the due diligence and financial planning for all fundraising activities, raising substantial capital in various roles. • Innovation and Efficiency: Accomplished in driving operational efficiencies through innovative process improvements. • Financial Planning and Analysis: Extensive experience in FP&A, financial modeling, and due diligence. Developed comprehensive financial models ( Traditional and SaaS) and robust FP&A processes to support working capital optimisation,strategic planning and informed decision-making. • Business Partnering and Team Development: Adept at building finance functions that add value and deliver significant impact. Successfully built and led finance teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth. Built finance organisations (at times from scratch) to meet PE pace and standards.