The property and construction sector is notoriously volatile, with pressure from numerous stakeholders. With more than 15 years' experience on the front line of SME construction finances, and prize-winning solvency expertise, I can provide immediate clarity and respite, improve the working capital position and stabilise strained relationships.
Industry Expertise
15+ Years Experience
I have worked in finance for SMEs in the construction industry for more than 15 years. A wide range of roles at all levels of the supply chain have allowed me to understand the industry from every single perspective. My background is not stuffy corporate practice, it is high-stakes, high-value real world business where every decision has an impact on the company's bottom line and people's livelihoods.
Working Capital
My primary focus has always been on preserving working capital and investor exposure. I have significant experience managing creditors, debtors, funders and partners, ranging from HMRC and institutional lenders to sole traders and employees.
Distressed Situations
With gold-standard qualifications and industry experience across finance, construction and restructuring, I am uniquely positioned to safeguard the interests of all parties, protecting value and formulating turnaround or exit strategies. I have been at the forefront of insolvency scenarios, sitting shoulder-to-shoulder with owners who have everything on the line.
My Services
Cash Flow Management
Improving liquidity through detailed forecasting, debtor/creditor management and balance sheet review.
Financial Reporting and Strategy
Clear, straightforward and timely reporting to support decision making at all levels of your business.
Independent Lender and Stakeholder Assurance
Protecting exposure through financial oversight, implementing controls and risk governance to de-risk projects.
Distressed Recovery and Advisory
Pragmatic and unwavering support for owners and directors, including honest reviews of options and responsibilities.
Continuous Improvement
From payroll to invoice processing, debt collection to KPI dashboards, I continuously streamline the finance function, focusing on opportunities to add value and save costs.
Creditor Negotiations
I have controlled purchase ledgers and balance sheets with hundreds of past due creditors, negotiating payment plans and defending claims to protect working capital.
Cash Flow Forecasting
Taking data from various sources with the company, I have produced cash flow forecasts that incorporate complex debt structures, volatile turnover and sprawling cost bases to help navigate fraught trading conditions.
ERP Implementation
I have driven the scoping and implementation of multiple bespoke ERP systems to improve financial transparency and save significant administration time and costs.
Development Group Restructure
I oversaw the winding down of a successful property development brand, completing WIP in an orderly manner to facilitate a clean owner exit.
Case Studies
Credentials
With 10 years of post-qualification experience, the CIMA qualification complements my natural tendency to be forward-looking, uncovering the truth in the numbers and providing value and insight rather than static and longwinded retrospective reporting.
I completed the full qualification in an 3x accelerated, 12 month self-study programme alongside full-time professional commitments, demonstrating the efficiency and accuracy with which I approach challenges.
Insolvency
The JIEB qualification for Insolvency Practitioners is the gold standard for the industry, and is notorious for being one of the most most difficult and sought after professional qualifications in the country. It demonstrates a thorough and highly practical understanding of the insolvency and restructuring law.
In 2024 I was awarded the JIEB prize for the highest scoring candidate in the country..
The globally recognised CICM accreditation provides a deep operation understanding of credit risk, cash flow optimisation and supply chain liquidity.
Together with the CIMA and JIEB credentials, I can provide all stakeholders with confidence that their interests are in safe hands, and can provide a level of trust that unlocks new options where previously there were stand-offs or dead ends.
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