An experienced Management Accountant, this candidate brings 15 years of experience gained in education. Their recent work has included building forecasts, partnering with managers and preparing management reports, with regular responsibility for management reporting and budgeting. They are comfortable using Oracle, NetSuite and Excel, and are confident learning new systems when processes or reporting requirements change. Colleagues would describe them as commercially minded, proactive and solutions focused, with a consistent focus on accuracy, follow-through and clear communication. One of their stronger recent contributions involved work that identified cost savings, while they also contributed to initiatives that supported better commercial decisions. They are used to working with managers, colleagues and external stakeholders, and can adjust their communication style depending on the audience and urgency of the issue. The candidate is particularly strong in forecasting and business partnering, and tends to approach problems by understanding the detail first before deciding on a practical next step. They have also had exposure to technology, giving them a useful ability to adapt to different operating environments, systems and stakeholder expectations. They are now looking for a long-term role with room to grow. In their next move, a more stable long-term environment is an important consideration. They are comfortable in busy environments and prefer roles where priorities are communicated clearly. In interview, they present as considered and straightforward, with a preference for giving practical examples rather than overstating their experience.
