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Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand

Northpower is a community-owned electricity and fibre network provider serving the Whangarei and Kaipara districts and one of the largest multi-utility contractors on the North Island of New Zealand. As a key leadership team member, I successfully led the Northern Region's commercial operations, overseeing a team of 5 direct reports and managing accounting, administration, procurement, and engineering stores.Key Achievements:• Significant revenue growth: Contributed directly to a 100% increase in the Northern Region's revenue, reaching $60 million through strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and active participation in major projects tendering processes. • Enhanced profitability: Negotiated and implemented a quarterly price review process, protecting margins during escalating material costs and resulting in a cumulative margin increase of $1.1 million. • Strengthened client relationships: Established strong partnerships with key clients by providing transparent pricing and accurate financial information. • Optimised operations: Implemented a new costing method in the JDE system to ensure accurate customer quotes and collaborated with operations to improve resource utilisation and achieve year-on-year efficiency gains. • Led successful technology implementation: Successfully led the rollout of the JDE Works Management system in the Northern Region.

New Zealand, Marsden Point

Carter Holt Harvey is a market leader in wood-based building products. As a key member of the Leadership Team, I successfully managed and controlled all accounting, administrative, procurement, and engineering store functions for the Laminated Veneer Lumber operation at Marsden Point, New Zealand.Key Achievements:• Enhanced profitability: Increased annual revenue by $200,000 through optimized inventory management and cost-saving initiatives.• Strategic decision-making: Provided critical financial insights to support the Corporate Senior Management Team in making informed decisions regarding production mix and volume.• Team development: Built and mentored a high-performing commercial finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and providing essential support to the Management Team.• Accurate forecasting: Developed reliable financial forecasts that accurately reflected changing operating environments, ensuring no surprises when actual results were reported.• Effective financial planning: Presented comprehensive annual budget plans that aligned with the division's operational goals, incorporating performance improvements, cost reductions, and financial metrics.• Ensured compliance: Maintained strict adherence to company policies by reviewing all Capex proposals and ensuring financial justifications and capital requirements were accurate and within the plan.

Tasmania, Australia

One of the largest integrated forest products companies in Tasmania.As a senior management member, I successfully led the finance, accounts, and administration functions for the NSFP Group, overseeing three manufacturing facilities across Tasmania.Key Achievements:• Led the launch of a new business: Played a pivotal role in successfully launching a new business from the ground up, leading the implementation of essential systems and ensuring regulatory compliance.• Completed a significant acquisition: As a key management team member, successfully completed the acquisition of Southwood Green Mill and SmartFibre woodchip mill, integrating them into the NSFP Group.• Enhanced operational efficiency: Created standard operating metrics for all plants, improving operations accountability and driving cost reductions.• Developed strategic pricing models: Developed pricing models for key distributors, optimising revenue and profitability.• Managed financial risk: Maintained a strong working relationship with the bank, ensuring compliance with financial covenants and information undertakings.• Reduced costs: Negotiated with the insurance company to secure competitive bids, resulting in a $30k reduction in annual insurance costs while maintaining appropriate coverage.• Provided strategic guidance: Offered strategic advice to the Board on all commercial decisions, including pricing models, supply chain management, and distribution centre expansion.

Tasmania, Australia

Managed the financial operations of a $125 million hardwood division, overseeing seven sawmills and five kiln drying and processing facilities.As Divisional Accountant, I successfully led the financial operations of the South East Hardwood Division, overseeing a team of seven direct reports and four indirect staff.Key Achievements:• Led successful M&A: Actively participated in the due diligence process and successfully integrated ITC Timber into the organisation.• Enhanced financial accuracy: Developed and implemented a comprehensive standard costing system, improving financial accuracy and decision-making.• Improved operational efficiency: Played a critical role in developing and implementing KPIs that drove a 15% reduction in production costs through process optimisation.• Strengthened internal controls: Established and maintained robust internal controls over inventory, safeguarding assets valued at over $75 million.• Led system implementation: Successfully led the transition from Timms to Timbersmart in 2008, ensuring a smooth and efficient system changeover.Key Responsibilities:• Financial reporting: Prepared monthly financial results and key business metrics.• Budgeting and forecasting: Developed annual budgets, analysed variances, and prepared forecasts for sales, profit, capital expenditures, expenses, inventory, and production throughput.• Business analysis: Provided financial and commercial advice to the business unit manager, supporting them in analysing financial performance and identifying opportunities for improvement.• Process improvement: Reviewed and refined processes and procedures for monthly reporting and service department cost allocation.• Risk management: Ensured strong internal controls over inventory and maintained effective risk management practices.

United Arab Emirates - Sharjah

Sharjah Cement & Industrial Development Co. (SCIDC) is one of the largest cement manufacturers in UAE with an annual sales turnover of over AED 500 millions. Led 20 direct and indirect associates within HR and Administration support operations maximizing business performance as a senior management team member. Achievements:  Key player in development of HR processes in collaboration with reputed HR consulting firm HayGroup including Job Analysis, Job Evaluation System Implementation, Grading Structure, and Competitive Rewards. Recommended policies and procedures for Recruitment, Employee Performance Appraisal Systems, and Leave/Overtime Policies.

United Arab Emirates - Sharjah

Sahara Centre is one of Sharjah’s landmarks and the UAE’s complete family shopping and entertainment destination. Report directly to the Group Financial Controller and on operationally reporting to the General Manager (Sahara Mall). Achievements: Established Finance and Administration systems and procedures for the newly constructed mall.  Performed revenue audit to ensure completeness of revenues for Kiosks, promotions, Cart rental, Advertising income, Operation services viz., Fit outs, Utility billing, Maintenance, MEP Services etc. Supported Marketing, Leasing, Customer Service and Operations departments in effective cost management.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

MARLIN FURNITURE, LLC (THE ARENCO GROUP)Managed successfully in the areas of financial control, management accounting and distribution operations. Reviewed major projects estimates (including furniture supply to Dubai Airport expansion project in 2001), monitored project cost, and ensured approval of project variances.Achievements: Prepared financial feasibility report for new branch opening in Abu Dhabi based upon market analysis and cost estimates.  Supported Credit Control function in achieving KPI targets.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Chenni, India

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Digital Transformation

Cpa, Accounting And Business/Management

Activities and Societies: Active participation in Northern Discussion Group

Chartered Accountant, Chartered Accounting

Chartered Accountant

Cost And Management Accountant (Cma)

High School, Commerce And Accountancy, Year 12 (First)

Bachelor’S Degree, Commerce, First