Nick is CPA professional equipped with 16+ years industry experience, 8+ years as a "hands-on" Financial Controller / Finance Manager/2IC to CFO/ Head of Finance. He is an expert in strategic management, managing a multi-divisional group structure, backed up by a track record within the Manufacturing / FMCG / Engineering / Wholesale Distribution /Retail /Logistics/ Business Services sectors.Possessing strong commercial acumen, Nick has worked hard to build and nurture a contemporary expertise in accounting methodology in addition to a strong financial discipline, fulfilling statutory and audit requirements. He also possesses excellent communication and people leadership skills and the ability to challenge, guide and influence key stakeholders- a key achievement he is proud of is the high-performance teams he established in businesses and the re-engineered processes he introduced to enhance operating efficiencies.In previous roles, Nick has been responsible for the accurate reporting of financial results and monthly forecasts and targets and was will a "central point of excellence" with regards to financial solutions. What really sets him apart in today's market is his "growth mindset" as he genuinely is enthusiastic about championing Continuous Improvement. Referees will be happy to vouch for his desire to improve financial discipline, drive solutions and systems improvements and build strategies to improve bottom line profitability. Equally critical is Nick's professional drive, his proactive approach to tasks, his ability to negotiate, and his passion for innovation and his ability to lead and influence others. Overall, Nick is ready to take responsible and responsive ownership of key tasks to be a "steady set of hands" at the helm. He welcomes all invitations to connect and is open to organizing a coffee date to discuss future business opportunities.