A CPA qualified Financial Controller/Commercial Manager with over 25 years experience within the agriculture, food manufacturing, FMCG and corporate apparel industries. Throughout my career I have had the opportunity to work in organisations and situations where I have been able to truly make a difference through my consultative team approach to drive change. I have strategically designed and implemented substantial projects including implementation of SAP into the whole of business, implemented a six sigma approach to manufacturing to drive increased production and revenue and designed product to partner with Big W and Coles for distribution. I have a passion for excellence (I am a six sigma black belt) a focus on streamlining operational processes to support cross functional teams and an ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders to achieve the outcomes desired for all parties. I have led substantial teams and budgets as Financial Controller/ CFO, General Manager - supply chain, major projects, Information systems and had overall business accountability reporting to the Company Directors or CEO with budget responsibility up to $100m and 105 employees. I bring a track record in delivering bottom line results and a “can do” approach to key business issues.
Redmond Garry Australia Pty Ltd
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Senior AccountantRedmond Garry Australia Pty Ltd Jun 2019 - PresentGold Coast
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Financial ControllerPacific Optics Jun 2016 - May 2019BurleighPacific Optics is the leading provider of eye wear and phone accessories to the petrol and convenience store market. -
Financial ControllerQld Plants And Flowers Jan 2015 - May 2016Brisbane, AustraliaQld Plants and Flowers is a market leading Queensland production and retail nursery specialising in potted plants, phalaenopsis orchids and supplies cut flowers to a broad range of FMCG customers. Its customers include Woolworths, Bunnings, IGA, Big W, Masters and specialist nurseries.With 70 full time and casual employees QPF prides itself on its quality and customer service. My role encompasses a broad range of finance functions including cash flow management, debtor funding, management… Show more Qld Plants and Flowers is a market leading Queensland production and retail nursery specialising in potted plants, phalaenopsis orchids and supplies cut flowers to a broad range of FMCG customers. Its customers include Woolworths, Bunnings, IGA, Big W, Masters and specialist nurseries.With 70 full time and casual employees QPF prides itself on its quality and customer service. My role encompasses a broad range of finance functions including cash flow management, debtor funding, management reporting, AP, AR and payroll functions. Show less
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General ManagerLifestyle Australia Jul 2013 - Dec 2014Having successfully fulfilled the role of Financial Controller for 3 years reporting to the Directors, in July 2013 I stepped up to the General Manager role to allow the Directors to focus on their core strengths and client relationships. I managed a team of 55 and a revenue of $10m incorporating Sales & Marketing, Creative Development, Procurement, Manufacturing – Garment Embellishment, Finance, Distribution, Quality and Safety within our manufacturing and distribution facility at Yatala. -
Financial ControllerLifestyle Australia 2010 - 2013Brisbane, AustraliaReporting to Company Directors, the role encompassed all aspects of financial management including monthly profit & loss, product costing, cashflow, annual budgeting and financial internal controls.
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General Manager - CopriceSunrice 2004 - 2010Melbourne, AustraliaReporting to Chief Executive Officer of SunRice, as General Manager CopRice I had overall responsibility for the $100M business with 105 employees located across the three mills and Melbourne. Functional responsibilities included Sales & Marketing, New Product Development, Commodity Procurement, Manufacturing, Distribution, Quality, Safety, Engineering and Finance. -
Supply Chain ManagerSunrice 2000 - 2004LeetonReporting to General Manager, Operations I was responsible for all aspects of supply chain nationally which incorporated port and city warehouses, three rice mills and 18 rice storage facilities. With a team of 30, an operational budget of $30M and management responsibility for $90Mpa in contracts, my role focused on planning, distribution and warehousing, procurement and paddy rice receival. Market channels included retail, food service, processor and export.
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General Manager - Corporate PlanningSunrice 1999 - 2000LeetonReporting to Chief Executive Officer of SunRice, as General Manager Corporate Planning I developed an operational plan to shut down two Rice Mills (Griffith and Yenda) in the Riverina addressing capacity, supply, equipment and people transition issues. Prepare and present the business paper, “Move to Competitive Manufacturing”, to the SunRice Board and obtained endorsement for this critical project. Upon approval, I managed a smooth transition from six to four production mills.
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General Manager Information ServicesSunrice 1998 - 1999LeetonReporting to Chief Executive Officer, SunRice, I served as a member of the corporate management team. The focus was to rebuild the function with a culture of delivering high customer service and business solutions whilst effectively managing business expectations. The role required a plan, direct and manage approach of the day to day operations of the Information Services team and proactively drive the application of information technology to meet business objectives. I had a $6M budget and a… Show more Reporting to Chief Executive Officer, SunRice, I served as a member of the corporate management team. The focus was to rebuild the function with a culture of delivering high customer service and business solutions whilst effectively managing business expectations. The role required a plan, direct and manage approach of the day to day operations of the Information Services team and proactively drive the application of information technology to meet business objectives. I had a $6M budget and a team of 35 within system development and network and support services. Show less
Wayne Preston Cpa Skills
Wayne Preston Cpa Education Details
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Kooringal High School -
Kooringal High School
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Kooringal High School
Frequently Asked Questions about Wayne Preston Cpa
What company does Wayne Preston Cpa work for?
Wayne Preston Cpa works for Redmond Garry Australia Pty Ltd
What is Wayne Preston Cpa's role at the current company?
Wayne Preston Cpa's current role is Senior Accountant at Redmond Gary Australia Pty Ltd.
What schools did Wayne Preston Cpa attend?
Wayne Preston Cpa attended Charles Sturt University, Kooringal High School, Kooringal High School, Kooringal High School.
What skills is Wayne Preston Cpa known for?
Wayne Preston Cpa has skills like Financial Control, Financial Management, Management, Supply Chain, Business Strategy, Business Planning, Forecasting, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Fmcg, Inventory Management, Supply Chain Management.
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