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Jack Simperingham

Sydney,Australia

Summary

Analytical, economics and finance professional with a background in economic strategy, financial data analysis and public sector reporting.


With a Commerce degree majoring in Finance and Economics, I bring experience delivering data analysis and reporting, budget reporting, and stakeholder engagement in a local government context.


I’m skilled at building strong working relationships and creating financial and economic frameworks that help with long-term strategy and recommendations.


I’m also preparing to start my CPA studies and am committed to deepening my knowledge in financial and accounting reporting, improving processes, and working on cross-functional projects.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Economist

Waverely Council
07.2024 - Current
  • Draft and review financial analysis and reporting to facilitate economic planning across council departments, ensuring local initiatives align with government objectives.
  • Manage communications with key stakeholders, including executive leadership, other government organisations and external partners, to maintain alignment on council initiates and collaborate for success.
  • Assist in establishing governance structures by creating financial reporting processes, templates, and performance dashboards used throughout the council.
  • Draft review and publish monthly and quarterly reports on economic performance and impact, and policy outcomes, providing valuable insights to stakeholders
  • Extensive experience with Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Power BI and SQL.
  • Aid in the preparation for external reports by consolidating data, validating documents, and coordinating with auditors and legal advisors.
  • Develop, implement and monitor economic strategy, evaluate project outcomes, and alignment with long-term planning objectives.

Environmental Consultant

EnviroX Consulting
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Increased efficiency in data collection and analysis by utilising advanced software tools for monitoring and reporting.
  • Coordinated closely with external stakeholders including government agencies, private organisations, and local communities during major project initiatives.
  • Delivered thorough reports that synthesised data from various sources, providing clients with clear, actionable insights to support their decision-making.
  • Assisted clients in navigating complex regulations, offering guidance to ensure projects met legal and safety requirements.

Aquaculture Technician

New Zealand King Salmon
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Implemented production strategies and contributed to the development of operational protocols, optimising workflow processes to enhance productivity and meet project objectives.
  • Insured operations complied with relevant regulations, maintaining rigorous quality assurance processes to meet industry standards.
  • Actively participated in team discussions, providing valuable insights and recommendations to improve operational efficiency and meet production targets.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance, Economics

UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO
Dunedin, New Zealand
06.2023

Bachelor of Applied Science -

UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO
06.2023

NCEA Level 1, 2 and 3 (Year 11, 12 and 13) -

Gisborne Boys' High School
12.2018

Skills

  • Financial and Economic Data Analysis and Reporting
  • Stakeholder Relationship Management
  • Process Development and Operational Efficiency
  • Strategy Implementation and Monitoring

Accomplishments

  • University Class Representative, Dunedin, New Zealand.
  • Gisborne District Youth Council Member, Gisborne, New Zealand.
  • Captain, Gisborne Boys' High School Second Eleven Football Team, Gisborne, New Zealand, 2017-2018.
  • Volunteer Surf Lifeguard, Gisborne, New Zealand.
  • Level 1 First Aid Certificate
  • NZ Surf-lifeguard Certification
  • Open water PADI certification for scuba diving


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Maori
Elementary

Timeline

Economist

Waverely Council
07.2024 - Current

Environmental Consultant

EnviroX Consulting
09.2023 - 06.2024

Aquaculture Technician

New Zealand King Salmon
11.2022 - 02.2023

NCEA Level 1, 2 and 3 (Year 11, 12 and 13) -

Gisborne Boys' High School

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance, Economics

UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO

Bachelor of Applied Science -

UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO
Jack Simperingham