Lynette Hickey Email & Phone Number

Barangaroo, New South Wales, Australia

As head of finance I work with the business, committees, the Board focussed on finance and risk for the organisation together with our broader strategic direction.Australian Payments Network works collaboratively with members, government, regulators and other stakeholders to innovate and improve the Australian payments network through:-driving competition and innovation;- promoting efficiency; and- controlling systemic risk.By doing this, we engender confidence in… Show more As head of finance I work with the business, committees, the Board focussed on finance and risk for the organisation together with our broader strategic direction.Australian Payments Network works collaboratively with members, government, regulators and other stakeholders to innovate and improve the Australian payments network through:-driving competition and innovation;- promoting efficiency; and- controlling systemic risk.By doing this, we engender confidence in the Australian payments network and advance the common interest of our members and the interests of the Australian public. We undertake our work with transparency, fairness, rigour and integrity. Show less

St Leonards

I joined the Converga Group in 2013 as Head of Finance. I was drawn to the innovation and forward thinking that drives the solutions developed for customers.Converga Group is a leading technology and BPO business providing a very broad range of tailored solutions to their blue chip client base across Australia, New Zealand, Philippines and the USA through a committed workforce of approximately 1,200 and cutting edge technology.I was responsible for the financial operations and… Show more I joined the Converga Group in 2013 as Head of Finance. I was drawn to the innovation and forward thinking that drives the solutions developed for customers.Converga Group is a leading technology and BPO business providing a very broad range of tailored solutions to their blue chip client base across Australia, New Zealand, Philippines and the USA through a committed workforce of approximately 1,200 and cutting edge technology.I was responsible for the financial operations and key projects reporting to the CEO, the shareholder and the Converga Board for all regions. Responsibilities extended to risk management, legal and governance.Key milestones include - the successful acquisition and integration of the Speedscan Group in Australia, NZ and the Philippines- working with the executive team across all areas/regions to optimise the business for growth and efficiency, driving improvement including restructure and rationalisation- development of the shared services team - including offshoring of finance and other business functions- the successful sale of the Converga Group to Canon Show less

Sydney

- Financial assurance- Strategic and business development- Project management- Mergers/acquisitions- Business integration/ change management- Financial analysis/consulting

London

- Financial assurance (UK and Europe)-Management accounting and consulting

Sydney, Australia

- Private client services- Emerging business services including start ups and business planning- Outsourced financial management/controlling- Tax planning and compliance services- Audit and assurance services- Project management- Learning and education

Sydney

- accountant at Coopers and Lybrand now PwC whilst attending university - emerging business services- high net worth individuals - financial reporting, taxation, compliance, business planning and financial management- contracting directly to various clients whilst at full time university

Sydney, Australia

Finance Manager for the Property Industry Foundation:- responsible for the overall financial operations of the Foundation - reporting directly to the CEO and the Board - partnering with marketing and the industry to develop and implement growth initiativesThe Foundation connects members of the property industry whilst contributing to those in need with a focus on youth at risk. The operations included fundraising activities such as sponsorship programs, charity balls/gala… Show more Finance Manager for the Property Industry Foundation:- responsible for the overall financial operations of the Foundation - reporting directly to the CEO and the Board - partnering with marketing and the industry to develop and implement growth initiativesThe Foundation connects members of the property industry whilst contributing to those in need with a focus on youth at risk. The operations included fundraising activities such as sponsorship programs, charity balls/gala dinners, yachting regattas, awareness campaigns, workplace giving programs, industry networking functions, volunteering programs. Show less

Chartered Accountant (With Merit), Merit

Bachelor Of Commerce (Bcom), Accounting And Business Management (With Merit), Merit