Simon Farnsworth Fcpa, Fcma,Cgma, Iod Ba Hons Email and Phone Number
Brisbane, QLD, AU
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Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, Australia
About Simon Farnsworth Fcpa, Fcma,Cgma, Iod Ba Hons
An accomplished highly effective c-suite business leader (CFO,CEO,COO), with a proven track record of securing strong growth for organisations (B2B and B2C) across retail, manufacturing, medical, distribution, logistics, service and construction sectors. My strategic, financial, sales, marketing and operational management skillset alongside strong leadership ability, enables me to deliver commercial excellence.An Australian Certified Practicing Accountant, holding fellowships with both the CPA and CIMA, as well as membership with the Association of Accounting Technicians. I have worked for more than 15 years in executive leadership roles for reputable organisations across Australia and the UK. A background in developing domestic / international market channels and successful long-term partnerships, combined with strong communication, presentation skills and business stakeholder engagement expertise. An astute business leader that is innovative, quality-driven and focused on achieving outstanding results, with proven capacity implementing and managing robust financial management processes, driving streamlined operations through effective change management and staff development. I am a trusted advisor, respected leader, and motivated professional who leads from the front with proven ability to develop and execute business strategy. ExpertiseStrategic Planning, Sales, Stakeholder Management, Financial Analysis / Reporting, Acquisitions (M&A), Corporate Finance, Cost Control / Reduction, Budget, Strategy, Business Planning, Financial Modelling, Systems Implementation, CRM, ERP, Power BI, Process Improvement, Management Accounts, KPIs, Benchmarking, Entrepreneurship, Business Development / Networking, Risk Management, Corporate Governance, Raising Finance, Cash Flow Analysis, Business Turnaround, Business Growth, Change Management, IPO, Project Management, Stock Control, Profit Protection, Auditing, Multi-site Store Management, Importing, Exporting, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing, Ecommerce, Marketing, Procurement, Leading & Managing People, Human Resources, Payroll, Emotional Intelligence, Interpersonal Skills, Customer Experience, Product Experience, Problem Solving, Negotiation, Influencer, Contact me via LinkedIn or the email below....Email: sfarnsworth@hotmail.co.uk
Simon Farnsworth Fcpa, Fcma,Cgma, Iod Ba Hons's Current Company Details
Simon Farnsworth Fcpa, Fcma,Cgma, Iod Ba Hons Work Experience Details
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PartnerOasis PartnersBrisbane, Qld, Au
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PartnerOasis Partners Mar 2023 - PresentBrisbane City, Queensland, AustraliaOasis is a boutique corporate advisory firm with a long and enviable track record of helping business owners and their shareholders who are seeking practical, right-sized input to create and unlock business value. Through our international advisory, M&A, advisory, and investment expertise, from London to Sydney, we help provide the strategy most likely to create and maximise value.We use the idea of simplexity to help cut through the clutter and get around any issues which are holding our clients back. From there, they can execute on a transaction with a new clarity and purpose as well as renewed energy and enthusiasm.Whether you’re looking to grow your business organically or through acquisition, or are looking for a suitable de-risk or exit, we think we can help you to find the right path, the right people and provide the right support at each step of the journey - especially when it’s time to unlock value.Part of a team that have successfully completed 500+ business sales over 35 years, navigating the complexities of M&A globally. Our real-world experience of growing and selling our own businesses for over 30 years means we understand how to deliver you the best results.We are passionate about supporting small to medium enterprises through growth, acquisition and eventual exit in a way that is practical and results-focused. -
Non Executive ChairmanRemuve - The Healthy Sleep Group Jan 2023 - PresentBrisbane, Queensland, AustraliaThe Healthy Sleep Group have designed, developed and manufactured a world leading UVC mattress medical device / disinfection equipment. Over the last 20 years the company has secured strong global sales in the hotel sector and I am working with the owner on a number of new sales channels (B2C, Hospitals, Nursing Homes etc.) -
Contract ConsultantHall Contracting Pty Ltd Feb 2022 - Feb 2023Brisbane, Queensland, Australia• Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports for Australia’s leading civil construction, marine and dredging company (Private equity / family owned $400m turnover – medium to large construction projects).• Assist in the compilation of monthly management accounts and consolidation for the 12 Group companies.• Assist with the preparation of annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and year-end accounts.• Working closely with Divisional General Managers to control costs on large contracts• Implement an effective foreign currency hedging strategy for the large contracts secured in the Pacific Islands.• Compilation of Audit, Risk and Compliance policies.• Assist the Board of Directors with preparing the business for sale.• Management of AR & AP function plus Accountants and Business Analyst• Cash flow management across the 80-90 live contracts• Fixed asset register maintenance / fleet tracking• Reconciliation of all bonds and securities for all Group companies -
Chief Financial Officer (Cfo) / Chief Operating Officer (Coo)Latex Mattress Australia Oct 2021 - Feb 2022Brisbane, Queensland, Australia• Led finance function, warehouse, factory, procurement and business growth opportunities for Australia’s leading manufacturer and retailer of premium quality bedroom furniture (family owned well established business).• Managed team of 5 senior managers and reported directly to the business owner to provide strategic business development advice• Contributed to strong business performance that resulted in November being the best sales month in the 66 years of trading.• Drove significant reductions in raw material / stock prices from Chinese and Malaysian suppliers.• Improved financial reporting, KPIs and helped the business reduce time taken for month end management accounts.Highest Achievement• Successfully led the business into a lucrative direct sales channel -
Business Development & Export DirectorNiagara Therapy (Australasia) Feb 2016 - Oct 2021Brisbane, Australia• Led business growth opportunities for a family owned, manufacturer / retailer of medical devices and furniture• Managed a team of 5 and reported directly to the business owners to provide strategic business development advice• Contributed to strong business performance that resulted in annual turnover of $35m• Played integral role in achieving significant sales growth for the company, from zero sales to $5m in two years• Actively participated in monthly board meetings as a member of the senior management team• Fostered the international market of B2B and B2C distributors across multiple countries• Connected with retail businesses, pharmacies, nursing homes, hospitals, disability services, and other avenues such as allied health, military groups, major employers, insurance companies and direct sales companies• Led joint venture with a large China-based medical distribution business, overcoming major COVID-19 restrictions• Liaised extensively with each country’s medical regulatory bodies to ensure compliance• Led and managed trade show exhibitions and extensive network of contacts to secure new leads• Developed sales strategies for niche markets in Australia to complement the direct sales modelHighest Achievement• Successfully established an export medical division, driving new business in 10 Asian countries, USA and UAE -
Chief Financial Officer (Cfo) / Chief Operating Officer (Coo)Oak Tree Mobility May 2015 - May 2016Bristol, United Kingdom• Worked closely with the 2 business owners of a market leader selling independent living assistance devices (beds, chairs) across 3 companies (manufacturing, retail stores and direct sales in the home) - turnover $120m p.a.• Managed finance, IT, HR, internal audit and warehousing teams and oversaw astute budget management• Led the management of 25 retail stores (Middleton’s Limited) • Improved retail store footprint and instrumental in the profitable rollout of additional retail outlets• Established robust controls, processes and procedures to optimise accuracy and efficiency• Negotiated strategically to improve prices, credit terms, and service level agreements with suppliers• Installed a new bespoke CRM system to enhance operational performance• Reviewed and updated HR practices and procedures• Optimised management accounts, KPIs and management reporting processes• Researched and developed new company business plan to drive strategic growth and attract investment• Enhanced company performance and growth through leveraging of strong network of contactsHighest Achievement• Drove savings of $2m per annum in marketing by improved negotiating with advertising agency. -
Chief Financial Officer (Cfo) / Finance Director / Chief Operating Officer (Coo)Sofology Jul 2013 - May 2015Warrington, United Kingdom• Key member of the senior management team for sofa / furniture retail omni-channel business (50+ stores / turnover $400m p.a.)• Led finance, IT, logistics, HR, Customer Services, and internal audit teams.• Supported the organisation through period of expansion, including the opening of 8-10 stores each year• Collaborated with the Marketing Director to oversee the astute management of an $80m marketing budget• Established robust financial controls, processes, and procedures to optimise accuracy and efficiency• Developed management information and KPI reporting suites to drive business performance• Implemented and updated IT and reporting systems• Managed logistics and supply chain for $65m of stock across 8 regional warehouses, supported by 120 staff• Created a successful e-commerce / online sales store and clearance eBay store selling over $20m per annum.Highest Achievement• Optimised cash flow processes throughout the business, successfully raising $5m of finance to support faster expansion and ease serious short-term cash flow issues. -
Cfo / CooAlbion Limited Jun 2012 - Jul 2013Worcester, United Kingdom• Reported directly to the Chairman / business owner for a leading, well established clothing garment manufacturer.• Responsible for the finance, logistics, IT, HR, operations, and the China based administration office• Supported business performance, contributing to $74m p.a. turnover and employing 1500 staff globally• Led company’s acquisition of a lady’s outer garment clothing business worth $24m in annual turnover• Oversaw all material procurement and price negotiations.• Contributed to the successful transition of manufacturing operations from China to Bangladesh• Developed policies and procedures including an employee handbook, to enhance consistency across the business• Redesigned the company website into an engaging and professional marketing platform• Implemented monthly board meetings, and devised a new monthly board pack • Considerably reduced the time taken to produce monthly management accounts• Implemented a staff bonus scheme to boost motivation and performance• Drove efficient yearly auditing processes, which brought forward payment of staff bonuses, boosting moraleHighest Achievement• Achieved $30k p.a. rent reduction and $240k p.a. reduction in staffing costs through strategic transition of resources from UK to the China office
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Chief Executive Officer (Ceo) / Group Finance DirectorAmber Windows (Amber Upvc Fabrications Ltd) Sep 2007 - Jun 2012Warwickshire, England, United Kingdom• Senior management team member for leading window manufacturer, wholesaler, and retailer (turnover $150m). The Group also had construction and overseas property development interests• Raised short term finance to ensure business continuity and later business expansion (turnaround operation)• Sourced new revenue streams and acquisitions which generated $7m in sales and $4m profit per annum• Led 2 Area Managers to manage sales operations across 10 stores• Managed the financial day-to-day operational aspects for the 11 companies, making strategic improvements • Responsible for all sales, manufacturing, operations and supply chain issues• Secured improved payment terms and price reductions from suppliers• Reduced waste across the manufacturing business, achieving more than 3% improvement in gross margin profits• Oversaw effective staff management and development for the finance, administration, purchasing, HR, IT, and manufacturing teams• Devised and compiled monthly management accounts under strict time deadlinesHighest Achievement• Enhanced operational performance through successful implementation of new ERP system across retail, finance, manufacturing, trade, commercial B2B, warehouse management and customer services -
Chief Executive Officer (Ceo) / Managing DirectorFloors2Go Plc Mar 2004 - Sep 2007Birmingham, United KingdomFloors-2-Go was the largest laminate and wood flooring specialist in the UK. There were over 140 retail stores, a strong trade business and a rapidly growing contracts and insurance division. The company had a turnover of $160m, an operating profit in excess of $14m, and employed 800 staff. I led the business from being family owned (1999-2004), to private equity owned (2004) helping raise the finance necessary to buy out the founding family.,I helped float the company onto AIM (IPO) as a plc (2004), and later led a MBO (2007). Increased the value of the company from nothing (2002) to $60m (April 2004), to $110m (January 2007).Increased sales by over $140m and profitability by $14m between 2002-2007. Stores increased from 22 (May 2002) to 140 (July 2007). (When I joined in May 2002, sales were $18m and the company was in a loss making position.) It was a complete turnaround operation.Relocated main warehouse facility in April 2005 to a 130,000 sq ft unit.Improved customer journey and branding of the stores.For all new store openings - negotiated every lease, fit-out costs, supplier contributions/ free samples etc.Devised bonus schemes for senior management, field management and store staff.Set up “Floors2go Academy” to find and train stars of the future. Direct exposure to private equity companies, financial institutions, wealthy investors, financial press and financial brokers / analysts. I was successful in getting some of the largest UK institutions to buy a significant % of shares in the company.Cost savings of $6m p.a. achieved.
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Finance DirectorFloors2Go Plc May 2002 - Mar 2004Birmingham, United KingdomResponsible for all Head Office functions including Accounts, Payroll, IT, Purchasing, Reception, Personnel, and Stock Loss / Profit Protection.Devised a comprehensive monthly Management Accounts pack, showing all KPI’s. Annual Business Plans, budgets and rolling forecasts were also compiled, which facilitated the business to move to new bankers and negotiate improved banking facilities of £3m to open new sites.Installation of new EPOS system, Financial (Sage), Fixed Asset Fixed Asset software and other robust systems to allow the company to rapidly expand.Improvement of gross profit % by 10% through focussing on the Top 50 selling lines, negotiating better deals with suppliers (UK and international) and removing the “discount culture” in the business.Major cost savings in areas including advertising, overtime, stationery, mobile phones, telephones, rates, rent, electricity, carriage, printing, and bank charges.Cash flow improvements (tax savings resulted in a £750k cash inflow / re-negotiated suppliers terms/investment of surplus funds)Preparation of final accounts (statutory pack and tax pack), and liaising directly with external auditors.VAT reconciliation and compilation of quarterly VAT returns.
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University Lecturer (Part-Time)Solihull College & University Centre Sep 1996 - May 2003Solihull, England, United KingdomLecturer of AAT / CIMA to mature students 2 evenings per weekCosting and Financial papers -
Finance Director / CooSmiths Group Plc Jan 2000 - May 2002Solihull, England, United Kingdom -
Finance Director (Sdl Limited - Subsidiary Company)Autodistribution Jan 1997 - Jan 2000Stratford-Upon-Avon, England, United Kingdom -
Financial Controller - Interlink Express Parcels Limited Subsidiary (125 Franchised Stores)Geopost Jun 1994 - Jan 1997Kidderminster, England, United Kingdom -
Auditor / Trainee AccountantKpmg Sep 1992 - Jun 1994Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Simon Farnsworth Fcpa, Fcma,Cgma, Iod Ba Hons Education Details
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Simon Farnsworth Fcpa, Fcma,Cgma, Iod Ba Hons works for Oasis Partners
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Simon Farnsworth Fcpa, Fcma,Cgma, Iod Ba Hons's current role is Partner.
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Simon Farnsworth Fcpa, Fcma,Cgma, Iod Ba Hons attended Cpa Australia, Cima, University Of Essex, Aat.
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