C.F.O AND BUSINESS CONSULTING

Jul 2019 – on-going

Virtual CFO / Consulting:

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Morgan Group

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• Review and implement changes to operation to improve efficiency and secure on-going outsourcing contracts

• Improving the output of the Accounts area through mentoring, supervision and restructuring if appropriate

• Identifying and implementing changes that will improve the efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting

Project Management – Luna Park Halloween Event

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• Management of major event at Luna Park running for 2 weeks (Spooktober)

Styling Properties

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• Review and implement revised budgeting and cashflow planning processes

• Review workflows and recommend solutions to improve operational logistics

• Assist in the development of new revenue lines

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Trailer Trash Mobile Skips

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• Reset business positioning

• Recondition business assets

• Reduce reliance on third party providers thereby improving profitability

• Prepare business for sale

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER - CIRKA

Jan 2013 - Jun 2019

Cirka is a privately owned facilities services business. Previously known as City Central Group, Cirka boasts an enviable client base including major events – Australian Open Tennis, MotoGP and venues including Melbourne & Olympic Park venues, The Arts Centre Melbourne and the Junction Oval. In addition, the group manages the cleaning services at premium commercial sites including the largest commercial precinct in Melbourne - Collins Square, AMP buildings, 80 Collins St Melbourne and Reece stores nationally.

C.F.O  (Jan 2013 – Jun 2014)

C.O.O  (Jul 2014 - Jun 2019)

• Restructured the finance area of the business.

• Implemented a new ERP - NAV Dynamics

• Reorganised the accounting function with a focus on efficiency and providing greater analysis for improved operation and decision making 

• Restructured the business operations including IT, HR and Finance areas

• Revenue growth of close to 100% in 5 years together with significant profitability improvement 

• Implementation of new HRIS – including time and attendance, Modern Award / EBA interpretation and payroll functions, IT and Financial systems

• Development of a 5 year business plan

• Introduction of revamped and inclusive budget processes

• Implemented detailed business analysis processes that (through financial education) leading to improved profitability across the business

• Appointment of key roles including HR Manager, IT Manager and Finance Manager.

• Key role in successful tender submissions of approximately $20M in annual revenue

GENERAL MANAGER - TRAILER TRASH MOBILE SKIP BINS

Jan 2007 - Dec 2012

• Start up business

• Preparation and implementation of a 5 year plan which included the development of a national business within 5 years.  The key objectives of the plan were been met.

• Developed a franchise system including the financial model, online order and logistics system, franchise agreements and franchise operations manual.

• Opened new operations in Brisbane (2009), Sydney (2009), Perth (2010) and Adelaide (2011).

• $3M in gross sales revenue within the planning timeframe