Negotiated the merger of Raglan and Jephson to form Stonewater. As CFO of the new group achieved full integration within 18 monthsComprehensive and in-depth knowledge of debt funding, having raised nearly £1 billion of loan finance banks, public capital markets, private placements and aggregators Established a Sustainable Finance Framework and became an early adopter of the Sustainability Reporting StandardStrong media profile as an expert spokesperson and respected contributor to sector events, raising the profile of the business and communicating its plans and achievements

Renegotiated covenants in response to component accounting resulting in increased gearing headroom with no additional cost.Managed transition from MIS accounting package to Microsoft Dynamics resulting in improved capabilities. Coached team in realising benefits of the system. Relocation of finance operations to better serve the needs of the organisation requiring strong leadership skills to build a new team and maintain operations and control.Implemented risk management framework to safeguard viability of business and resulting in better understanding at all levels of the operations of the business.

Restructured the finance function to align with operational management, improving the service to the organization.Implemented Oracle Financials to replace outdated housing system, improving efficiency, reporting and financial control.Set up financial management arrangements for complex joint venture regeneration projects with other associations and local authorities.Maintained strong financial controls throughout the period.

Leader and member of multiple teams providing audit, compliance and advisory services to clients in the financial services, leisure, manufacturing and housing. Clients ranged from small associations to multinational companies.