Russell Finch Email & Phone Number

Birmingham, Gb

CFO of a start up property business managing both short term and long term lets

Overseeing the sales, marketing, IT, finance, HR, administration and logistics functions of an R&D led automotive software business with a turnover of £11M and 35 staff.• Directing sales & marketing of advanced electronic devices for the automotive sector• Leading financial management, preparing value propositions & driving decisions on budgets planning & strategic growth• Working across multiple functions forming a collaborative approach to operational efficiencies • Continually assessing enterprise risk and opportunity, providing well researched intelligence and carefully crafted plans for development• Providing detailed management and progress reports for regular board meetings and delivering articulate presentations • Designing financial models, processes and procedures which enhance the productivity and profitability of operations• Spearheading operational best practice reviews and implementation processes• Gathering relevant market intelligence and preparing strategies for action• Leading the integration of another group company into Advanced Diagnostics

Managed a budget of £7M dealing with all aspects of financial and business operations.• Effective talent management, from recruitment & development to selecting resources on team dynamics & project delivery requirements• Methodical attention to product knowledge • Dealt with issues with speed & clarity, resolving effectively & recording learnings for continuous improvement • Ensured all operational elements were scheduled correctly and in line with health & safety requirements and company policies• Dealt with national & international suppliers, negotiating the best deals & terms to ensure smooth operations & increased profitability

I was a freelance accountant specialising in developing accounting systems and business plans for rapidly growing entrepreneurial businesses

Provided professional financial consultancy to a range of multi-functional businesses across the hospitality, R&D and franchising disciplines.• In November 2014, led the sale process of Advanced Diagnostics to dormakaba AG, a Swiss listed plc with a turnover of around £2.2B • Ensured projects were accurately scheduled, within budget, as well as compliant with company policies and FCA regulations• Maintained and enhanced stakeholder and partner relationships with respect to quality control, customer satisfaction and ongoing improvement• Provided staff coaching ensuring compliance consistency & quality output• Effective financial management from P&L review to planning and forecasting• Robust change management, integrating new systems effectively and providing the support network to smooth the transition• Delivered effective operational efficiencies of scale wherever possible • Promoted excellent communication at all times ensuring fluid working relationships with customers, stakeholders, suppliers & partners• Led teams in various companies with personable skills generating respect and imparting confident measured judgement

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