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Carlsbad, Ca, Us

Viasat, US listed, is a global provider of mobile satellite communications with $4.3bn revenue per annum, who acquired Inmarsat in 2023. Integration activities resulted in my division growing, combining Enterprise and the Commercial Product Management (CPM) divisions, which had $120m revenue, 150 employees and product investment spend of $30m. Key responsibilities were those listed in CPM below and expanded to include customer specific commercial deals and revenue forecasting. Subsequently, I have transitioned to a role which combines customer insight with market intelligence to inform our product strategy, channel strategy and commercial offer. Key responsibilities include 1. Complex financial modelling and scenario analysis for key initiatives 2. Regular interaction with Executive members from across the business to align on the strategy3. Presenting findings and options to CFO and CEO

Carlsbad, Ca, Us

London, Gb

Commercial Product Management (CPM) developed the product strategy of the organisation, working with technical, operational and Business Unit teams to provide the market insight, frameworks and support for profitable selling across Regions, Markets and Channels. As the finance lead, I managed an annual $30m investment spend and $15m P&L with help from a small team. Key responsibilities were: 1. Preparation of monthly performance reviews with Leadership and FP&A to support decision making. 2. Annual budget and long range business plans submitted to the Board. 3. Prioritisation of Company wide product investments and roadmap. 4. Building and/or reviewing business cases, ensuring appropriate commercial analysis and financial modelling. 5. Obtaining approval of business cases; presenting and defending cases to the Executives for approval.

London, Gb

lnmarsat provides global connectivity services via its own satellite network. The company generates revenues of $1.4bn annually and operates through four divisions: Aviation, Maritime, Government and Enterprise. The company was listed on the London Stock Exchange until 2019, when it went private. Reporting to the Financial Controller, I managed a team of seven with our key responsibilities being:1. Monthly consolidation and analysis of Group financial results 2. Preparation of quarterly and annual reporting which are released externally, including audit committee communication and owning the relationship with the auditors3. Working closely with the Tax, Company Secretarial and Legal teams to ensure compliance across a number of different areas including tax filings and debt covenants 4. Providing valuable insight to the various business units (Aviation, Maritime, Government and Enterprise) in relation to new and complex commercial arrangements and the appropriate accounting aligned to IFRS

London, Gb

London, Gb

My portfolio in the UK has revolved around retail and has been focused mainly on large, listed clients. My role has been in line with managing the staff booked on the engagements as well as advising on complex accounting issues to both the client and partners.

London, Gb

London, Gb

While on secondment in the USA, I focused on financial services. Due to my competencies, I was provided the opportunity of managing my own team on two smaller engagements. I was also exposed to US GAAP.

London, Gb

In order to qualify as a Chartered Accountant (CASA), graduates are required to work 3 years in an audit practice known as ‘articles’. During this time, I had a diverse and robust portfolio which exposed me to a range of industries and company leadership structures. I worked on large multinational giants, listed entities with branches throughout Africa as well as smaller less complex entities.

Post Graduate Diploma In Accounting, Accounting

Bachelor Of Business Science (Finance Ca Option), Accounting And Finance

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