Peter Boon Email & Phone Number

London, Gb

London, England, United Kingdom

Key Achievements• Mentored an Apprentice, contributing to their success in intermediate ACCA exams.• Guided critical financial strategies and championed operational excellence by scoping and leading critical projects aimed at enhancing finance function efficiency and effectiveness.• Leveraged deep understanding of financial modelling and risk management to support strategic objectives.• Architected, implemented and maintained robust financial control systems while devising and introducing processes, distilling insight and driving action to improve performance.• Streamlined year-end accounting processes and preparation of annual accounts, demonstrating in-depth awareness of financial governance frameworks.• Facilitated big-picture planning through identification and monitoring of key business drivers while recommending strategies to optimise resource and budget allocation.

London Nw10 7Fq

Key Achievements• Seamlessly led finance function through a period of significant transformation and growth.• Supervised A/R, A/P, fixed asset and balance sheet controls.• Delivered monthly profit and loss, balance sheet board pack with variance analysis and commentary.• Developed full budgetary reporting system including cash projections.• Enhanced financial reporting systems to improve operational efficiencies while supporting mergers and expansions.• Facilitated successful merger with Galliard Residential in 2013, seamlessly integrating two entities and maintaining uninterrupted operations.• Project managed transformation of company from a startup to a profitable and financially robust medium-sized organisation, setting a benchmark in financial management and operational efficiency.• Managed and reviewed UK GAAP financial statements while investigating arising discrepancies.• Nurtured local and international bank relationships to reinforce financial stability and build strategic partnerships.• Mitigated financial reporting errors and increased financial processing speeds by promoting a Lean Six Sigma culture.• Completed and reported on audits for UK GAAP head office and overseas subsidiaries, ensuring adherence to financial standards and compliance.• Drove continuous improvement by developing, monitoring, and reporting on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).• Safeguarded against financial risks and penalties having ensured compliance with HMRC PAYE and corporation taxes.• Championed professional development by mentoring staff towards completing their AAT qualification and successfully persuaded the board to invest in staff training, significantly enhancing team capabilities and morale.• Facilitated the transition to a new accounting software, replacing Sage Line 50, which enabled efficient slice-and-dice reporting and improved operational efficiency.

London

• John Strand Ltd (Wholesale Furniture Suppliers) | Financial Controller (10/2001 - 03/2004): Improved financial integrity and operational efficiency of this leading wholesale furniture supplier. Informed strategic decisions having produced monthly management accounts packs while embedding a robust framework for financial controls. Led annual audit process, supervised Accounts Receivable (A/R) and Accounts Payable (A/P) while managing a multifaceted team of four.

London, England, United Kingdom

Managed financial accounts; produced monthly management accounts and presented insights to board stakeholders. Produced accurate cash flow forecasts alongside coordination of annual audit processes within this heavily regulated environment.

Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement Methodology, Green Belt

Professional Exams, Accountancy, Fully Qualified Fcca

Amct, Treasury, Risk Management, Corporate Finance, International Cash Management