Broad spectrum consultancy focussing on:* business and strategic assessments * CEO and leadership support* commercial partnering and review * stakeholder management* financial planning and management * financial stewardship, reporting and controls* systems upgrade and implementation * project management* governance assessment and programs * an interim on site CFO option.Recent contracts:International Rice Research Institute - The Philippines: Assessment of the current finance function in meeting the needs of the Institutes Leadership team and other stakeholders. Primary focus on the planning and reporting framework, the application of the current ERP and the provision of relevant and clear information for decision making.Veterinary and Aqua Vet organisations: business contract development in relation to disease management.Central & Eastern Sydney Primary Health Network: policy development

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is the world’s premier research organization dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science; improving the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; and protecting the rice-growing environment for future generations.IRRI is an independent, nonprofit, research and educational institute, founded in 1960 by the Ford and Rockefeller foundations with support from the Philippine government. The institute, headquartered in Los Baños, Philippines, has offices in 17 rice-growing countries in Asia and Africa, and over 1,000 staff.Reporting to the Director General.Interim leadership of IRRI's Finance team and a member of the Executive Team.Primary responsibility:* ensure the alignment of IRRI's business and strategic direction.* provide a timely, clear and transparent finance information flow to senior leadership, key stakeholders and the Board of Trustees.* ensure effective internal controls, budget preparation, reporting and forecasting.Particular focus:* managing a Corporate Services and Finance function review* a review and recommend improvements in relation to the OCS Unit 4 system ERP* the development of an integrated business planning, budget and forecasting framework.* the development of reporting framework and associated reports to ensure the effective communication of financial status to management, staff and stakeholders.* review of policies, procedures and protocols to ensure efficiency and validity.* review internal controls to ensure required fiduciary responsibilities are in place and active.Achievements: Developed and led the change management transformation of the finance team from an inward facing transaction focus to a proactive value adding finance team partnering throughout the organisation and meeting the needs of key stakeholders..

Regional responsibility for the global Corporate Business Separation project tasked with separating Abbott into 2 distinct companies, Abbott & Abbvie, by Dec 31, 2012Led and managed the separation process of 17 diverse affiliates (turnover US$1.2b) over multi time zones, co-ordinating and liaising with local affiliate management and separation leads, Regional VP's and Regional functional leads, PwC support personnel, and the Abbott HO Transition Team in Chicago.Successfully completed the separation of 7 major AAAME Region affiliates by Dec 31, 2012 as per global corporate timetable. The 7 affiliates were an integral part of the global Corporate target of separating 80% of total company revenue value by Dec 31 2012.Reported to Regional CFO and Corporate Transition Team.

Senior leadership role with direct responsibility for Finance, Planning and IT functions incorporating a team of 20 people and 3 direct reports in Korean affiliate with a US$120m turnover and total headcount of 150. Key accountability for reporting, business planning, commercial support, business strategy, mentoring and compliance, plus Host Finance Director responsibility across all Divisions located in Korea and at board level. Reported to General Manager and Regional CFO.Achievements:* Developed and led the change management transformation of the finance team from an inward facing transaction focus to a proactive value adding finance team partnering throughout the organisation and meeting the needs of key stakeholders.* Achieved 3 consecutive top Level 1 internal audit compliance outcomes 2007-2011 at Abbott Korea through leading change and transforming the business culture and behaviours by building a strong ethical and governance foundation in a challenging business environment.

Overall responsibility for financial management and reporting with specific emphasis on cash flow management, capital raising initiatives and board reporting for ASX listed organization.Reported to CEO

Global responsibility for Finance, Planning, IT, Board reporting and Compliance of software development company represented in Europe and the US.Reported to Global CEO.

Key leadership role in Senior Management Team, with responsibility for Finance, Planning, Finance Operations, Corporate Resources and IT with a total team of 75 and 5 direct reports.Company Secretary / Public OfficerSecretary to Board of DirectorsDirector Astra / Griffith University QLD Natural Drug Discovery Research joint ventureChairman / Director Astra Superannuation Fund CompaniesDirector representative on OH & S Committee The Australian subsidiary had a turnover of A$650 in 2002, incorporated a major global source manufacturing site, exporting to many countries worldwide, and with an overall employee headcount of 1000. Reported to CEO and Regional CFO.

Key leadership role in the Senior Management Team, with responsibility for the financial management, planning, governance and control of the Australian marketing and operations companies including Board representation, and responsibility for Information Systems, Human Resources, Corporate Services and Legal Affairs.Regional CFO support for South East Asia countries incorporating leadership, financial management, business direction, system development & strategy development..Company Secretary / Public OfficerSecretary to Board of DirectorsDirector Astra / Griffith University QLD Natural Drug Discovery Research joint ventureChairman / Director Astra Superannuation Fund CompaniesDirector representative on OH & S Committee