Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Board Positions
Key Skillsets
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Natalie McDonald

Natalie McDonald

Glengarry

Summary

Results-driven professional prepared to lead and inspire teams towards achieving organizational goals. Extensive experience in developing and executing strategic initiatives that drive growth and operational excellence. Strong focus on team collaboration and goal achievement, adaptable to changing business needs. Skilled in strategic planning and financial management.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Executive Officer

Quantum Support Services
08.2020 - Current
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers and vendors, ensuring cost-effective procurement processes.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
  • Implemented strong financial controls, ensuring accurate reporting and solid decision-making capabilities.
  • Engaged positively with staff and leadership colleagues, soliciting and encouraging feedback and collaborative spirit.
  • Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.

Chief Financial Officer

Austin Health
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Developed strategic financial plans to support company growth and achieve long-term objectives.
  • Directed budget development, budgetary controls and recordkeeping to make informed financial decisions.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership to establish budgetary guidelines and allocate resources efficiently across the organization.
  • Oversaw the successful completion of external audits, addressing any recommendations promptly to ensure smooth operations.
  • Championed effective communication between finance personnel and other departments to facilitate cross-functional collaboration on projects and initiatives.

Executive Director Finance

Western Sydney Local Health District
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Company Overview: $1.6b Tertiary Health Service based in Western Sydney
  • $1.6b Tertiary Health Service based in Western Sydney

Director Financial Services and Financial Controller

Alfred Health
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Company Overview: $900m Tertiary Health Service based in Prahran, Victoria
  • $900m Tertiary Health Service based in Prahran, Victoria

Financial Controller

Don KRC
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Company Overview: $500m Smallgoods manufacture
  • $500m Smallgoods manufacture

Finance and Planning Manager

Rinker Australia
01.2005 - 01.2006
  • Company Overview: $500m Concrete and Quarry supplier
  • $500m Concrete and Quarry supplier

Finance Transition Manager Group Functions Finance

BHP Billiton Ltd
01.1995 - 01.2005
  • Company Overview: Australian Based publicly listed International Resources Company
  • Positions based in Melbourne, London and Houston
  • Senior Finance Advisor – Minerva Gas Development Project
  • Finance Change Leader – BHP Petroleum Shared Service/Global SAP project
  • Various Graduate and junior supervisory roles – BHP Limited both in Melbourne and London
  • Australian Based publicly listed International Resources Company
  • Positions based in Melbourne, London and Houston

Education

Company Director Course -

Australian Institute of Company Directors
04-2022

High School -

Concordia College

MBA - Operations, HR and Change Management

Deakin University
02.2010

Bachelor of Commerce -

University of Queensland
12.1994

Skills

  • Finance and Governance
  • Commercial and business acumen
  • Strategic Planning
  • Organizational leadership
  • KPI efficiency Gains
  • Executive leadership
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Mergers and acquisitions
  • Product development and expansion
  • Board governance

Affiliations

  • Member of CPA Australia
  • Member of AICD

Board Positions

  • Arena Theatre Company, Finance and Audit chair and director, 01/01/03 - 12/31/08
  • Health Education Australia Limited, Finance and Audit chair and director, 01/01/13 - 12/31/15
  • Mariott HIV Trust Fund, Current Trustee, Ongoing

Key Skillsets

Strategic focused Executive with 5 years experience at CEO level. Empowerment and devolved accountability are at the centre of my leadership style and I work to bring the organisation on the strategic journey. 


With 30 years of experience across the For-profit sector and Health and Human Services in Finance and senior executive roles I have had extensive experience in finance, capital project management, change management and IT systems change. Results focused with a focus on strategic outcomes I also am able to build internal and external relationships. Having led and negotiated a merger in the for purpose Human Services sector I am capable to lead negotiations focused on growth and economies of scale.


I believe empowerment and coaching staff is critical to developing talent and allowing people to grow and develop. My leadership style is collaborative but when required I am able to dive into the detail and take ownership for outcomes. I am acutely aware of the importance of the staff who I lead, their welfare and engagement is critical to success.


Timeline

Chief Executive Officer - Quantum Support Services
08.2020 - Current
Chief Financial Officer - Austin Health
01.2017 - 01.2020
Executive Director Finance - Western Sydney Local Health District
01.2015 - 01.2017
Director Financial Services and Financial Controller - Alfred Health
01.2012 - 01.2014
Financial Controller - Don KRC
01.2009 - 01.2011
Finance and Planning Manager - Rinker Australia
01.2005 - 01.2006
Finance Transition Manager Group Functions Finance - BHP Billiton Ltd
01.1995 - 01.2005
Concordia College - High School,
Deakin University - MBA, Operations, HR and Change Management
University of Queensland - Bachelor of Commerce,
Australian Institute of Company Directors - Company Director Course,

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