With an excellent level of commercial awareness and a background in financial management I am experienced in adding value to an organisation particularly one going through rapid growth; I have proven success in building strategic relationships nationally and internationally. Working in London for 11 years provided broad experience of international organisations across various locations and time zones. I am a strong communicator and negotiator able to influence and motivate. I am seeking a position where I can contribute my expertise and take a lead in further developing that company. My areas of expertise include • Key Relationship management • Board attendance, governance and company directorships• Sector experience in Financial services, agriculture, and Insurance service • Leadership and staff motivation• Managing Stakeholder relationships• IT management/implementation, IT Systems audit and improvement reviews• Supplier negotiations and supplier chain management • Strategic Planning• Process/Efficiency improvement skills across the entire organisation, driving operational efficiencies• Budget development and creation, improving financial reporting and analysis• Establishing and maintaining compliance programs• Investing across various products and structures, from distressed assets, startups through to blue chips
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DirectorCreditnet LtdCanterbury, New Zealand -
DirectorCreditnet Ltd Jul 2024 - PresentChristchurch, Canterbury, New ZealandA Kiwi-owned Credit Reporting Service, CreditNet has partnered with Centrix to provide a comprehensive credit reporting service that helps Kiwis make educated risk assessments. -
Board MemberCanterbury Angels Feb 2015 - PresentFounding member of the group establishing Canterbury Angels as the region’s new angel investment network, connecting our members with high growth potential companies driven by New Zealand entrepreneurs. For more information see http://canterburyangels.nz -
DirectorSprint3 Sep 2014 - PresentNew ZealandSprint Software is specialised software company supplying software to the motorcycle and cycle industry. -
Chief Financial OfficerRd Petroleum Jan 2021 - Jul 2024Christchurch, Canterbury, New ZealandLed financial strategy and system scaling for RDP, a rapidly growing petroleum distribution joint venture.Leadership: Managed Accounting and Customer Service teams.Strategic Partnering: Enhanced asset allocation and profitability.Financial Oversight: Directed monthly and annual financial reports.Systems & Processes: Implemented a new ERP on time and under budget, drove cost-cutting, and boosted performance through continuous improvement.Achievements: Increased revenue and profit by focusing on profitable segments and relationships. -
ConsultantCleverland Consultants Oct 2019 - Jan 2021Christchurch
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Chief Financial OfficerReceivables Management (Nz) Limited Nov 2013 - Oct 2019New ZealandManaging the complete finance, compliance and information technology functions for the Receivables Management group of companies. Including compliance with Financial Service Provider, QFE and Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism legislation. -
Financial ControllerReceivables Management (Nz) Limited Oct 2012 - Nov 2013New ZealandDaily/Monthly reporting, statutory account preparation for the group, Manage finance and IT divisions and part of senior leadership team.Reviewed the financial processes to insure best practice, financial management, accounting and control was followed.Cash-flow and budget modelling & analysisCost review, reducing costs significantly. -
Senior Investment Accountant - ContractPyne Gould Corporation Apr 2011 - Oct 2012ChristchurchDaily/Monthly reporting (attend board meetings), statutory account preparation and audit process for the property group, investment group and Limited Partnership and subsidiaries.Manage Group cash and foreign currency transactions. Arrange fund flows and account for large (one off) transactions.Transitional Group Financial Controller during reorganisation. Help motivate and rebuild team in difficult circumstances
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Group Financial ControllerPyv Ltd Jul 2007 - Jan 2011London, United KingdomResponsible for the finance function of two trading companies (a Lloyds Insurance broker and a Managing General Agency), 2 holding companies, and oversight responsibility for the other trading subsidiary (a SIPP administration business) and several other smaller subsidiaries.Took over responsibility for IT, drove the implementation forward for the company wide systems that improved efficiency, reducing costs.Helped with the transition of the business ownership between generations within the family.Advised on corporate governance, as both groups had external shareholders.Project manage & implementation of specialised insurance software Group (and family) tax planning & consultation meetings with external advisers.Oversee and review Payroll and HR.Problem resolution & control issues. -
Financial DirectorInterchange Fx 2005 - 2006
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Global BacDeutsche Bank Oct 2001 - Jun 2005London, United KingdomCIB Global BAC for Loan Loss Provisions (LLPs) and balance sheet reporting. Communication and establishing validity of LLP movements between local BAC (Business Area Controllers) and CRM (Credit Risk Management). . -
Network Management MisUbs Investment Bank 2000 - 2001London, United KingdomManagement Accountant/Business Analysis - This was a two part role.Management Accountant in charge of MIS (benchmarking and cost reports).Business Analyst on a project, which reviewed current and produced a global methodology for the cost allocations relating to the settlement of trades paid to third party organisations.
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Shane Wakelin Education Details
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Universtiy Of CanterburyAccounting And Computer Science
Frequently Asked Questions about Shane Wakelin
What company does Shane Wakelin work for?
Shane Wakelin works for Creditnet Ltd
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Shane Wakelin's current role is Director.
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Shane Wakelin attended Universtiy Of Canterbury.
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Shane Wakelin has skills like Finance, Financial Services, Investments, Risk Management, Start Ups, Financial Risk, Business Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, Managerial Finance, New Business Development, Management, Business Strategy.
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