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Tony G

Melbourne

Summary

A seasoned finance leader, adept in financial management and strategic planning, with a proven track record at Qenos. Skillfully blends budget forecasting with fostering strong relationships, achieving significant operational efficiencies. Demonstrates a robust capacity for financial analysis and reporting, ensuring compliance and enhancing decision-making processes.

Finance professional ready to drive financial strategies and optimize performance. Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Strong focus on team collaboration and flexibility to meet changing needs. Reliable, analytical, and results-oriented with keen eye for identifying opportunities for improvement.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Manager

Qenos
09.2023 - 01.2025
  • Spearheaded Qenos' 'Make safe' shutdown project of $40M.
  • Implemented stringent cost control measures to manage project expenditures ensuring adherence to budget.
  • Developed financial reports for strategic decision-making and resource allocation.
  • Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, federal tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
  • Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive decision-making support.
  • Enhanced budget management by implementing expense tracking and cost reduction strategies.
  • Improved financial forecasting accuracy, utilizing advanced analytical models.
  • Proficient in systems such as SAP, PowerBI and NetSuite

Head of Finance

Matomo NZ
08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Led end-to-end management of Accountants, Finance Business Partners, Financial Analysts, Accounts Receivables, Payables, and Credit Control with a team of 21 for an annual turnover of $100M.
  • Managed financial operations, including Payroll, P&L preparation, Balance Sheet Reconciliation, International Reporting including UK and US, tax and financial reporting compliance with IFRS and US, UK GAAPs.
  • Received several awards and recognitions for Continuous Process Improvements across the organization.
  • Presented financial insights to stakeholders for transparency and strategic planning.
  • Collaborated with C-level executives and stakeholders to develop long-term financial plans.
  • Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
  • Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
  • Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Introduced software tools and process improvements to mitigate loss and drive operational growth.
  • Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
  • Championed International reporting compliant with SOX regulatory authorities
  • Created long-term financial strategies with input from cross-functional teams.
  • Oversaw annual audit process, ensuring accurate representation of financial position in accordance with GAAP standards.
  • Led implementation of new ERP system, increasing efficiency within the finance department while enhancing data visibility.
  • Systems used: Google Analytics, NetSuite, MS Excel, Power BI, SaaS-based in-house technology for analytics and reporting.

Revenue Manager

Wellington Electricity
06.2017 - 08.2021
  • Transitioned Finance and IT operations from an offshore location to an onshore model.
  • Oversaw Accounts Receivables, Credit Strategy, and Revenue Management across the Wellington region, driving financial performance.
  • Led organization-wide process and system enhancements, delivering significant operational improvements.
  • Established and managed the Customer Relations Management team, fostering B2B partnerships with 28 electricity retailers.
  • Developed and executed commercial strategies, including securing government approval for a NZD 30 million disaster readiness investment proposal.
  • Directed statutory reporting, tax compliance, and auditing processes, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and operational accuracy.
  • Streamlined forecasting processes, improving accuracy and facilitating data-driven decision-making.
  • Collaborated with C-level executives and stakeholders to develop long-term financial plans.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

Project Finance Team Leader

AECOM
08.2014 - 06.2017
  • Directed Project Finance teams, overseeing financial forecasting, budgeting, and reporting for engineering projects in rail, road, building, and transport sectors of project over $100M
  • Designed and implemented financial policies while training project managers and finance teams across Australia and New Zealand.
  • Spearheaded process and system enhancements, including the full automation of the invoicing process.
  • Played a key role in the global rollout of the Enterprise Performance Management (E-PM) system, leading project management systems, processes, and training initiatives across NZ, Australia, the US, UK, and Canada.
  • Proficient in systems such as Oracle, AECOM Billing and Collections System (ABC), Enterprise Performance Management (EPM), MS Excel, and Salesforce.

Equity Research Manager

Morningstar
03.2007 - 08.2014
  • Successfully established the Asian equity division of Morningstar, leading the development of financial models for quality assurance with a team of 200 Financial Analysts.
  • Negotiated and secured high-value contracts with key clients, including Microsoft and Bloomberg, achieving a cumulative contract value of $1 billion.
  • Recognized with the prestigious "Global Employee of the Year" award in 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2014 for exceptional performance and contributions.
  • Proficient in leveraging advanced systems and tools, including Morningstar Equity Data Systems (MEDS), MS Excel, Google Translate, MS SQL, Power BI, and Salesforce, to deliver impactful results.

Education

BBA - International Finance

Mumbai University
India

No Degree - Project Finance

AECOM Academy
New Zealand

Executive Leadership - Executive Leadership

Stanford University
United States Of America

Skills

  • Financial management
  • Continuous improvement
  • Financial analysis
  • Coaching and training
  • Variance analysis
  • Tax compliance
  • Project finance
  • Business forecasting
  • Cash flow management
  • Business partnering
  • Financial modelling
  • Stakeholder management
  • GAAP
  • IFRS expertise
  • Financial audits
  • Financial analysis and reporting
  • Client relationship management

Interests

  • Volunteering

Timeline

Finance Manager

Qenos
09.2023 - 01.2025

Head of Finance

Matomo NZ
08.2021 - 05.2023

Revenue Manager

Wellington Electricity
06.2017 - 08.2021

Project Finance Team Leader

AECOM
08.2014 - 06.2017

Equity Research Manager

Morningstar
03.2007 - 08.2014

BBA - International Finance

Mumbai University

No Degree - Project Finance

AECOM Academy

Executive Leadership - Executive Leadership

Stanford University

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