Chris Sams
Euxton,Lancashire
Summary
Analytical Business Strategist experienced in business intelligence tools, financial analysis, and business planning. Delivered insightful analyses that drove strategic initiatives and enhanced organisational performance. Focused on identifying opportunities and implementing tailored strategies to support business growth and optimise financial outcomes.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Part time consultant
Rowland Homes Limited
Leyland
2026.01 - Current
- Reviewed and implemented systems and processes to enable activation with New Homes Quality Code
- Periodic strategic reviews of the company's performance with the main shareholder and current MD
- Periodic review of cash flow projections and implications of major land opportunities
Managing director
Rowland Homes Limited
Leyland
2016.07 - 2025.12
- Drove company growth by strategically assessing decisions to enhance expansion while preserving profitability
- Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal control and sustain profitability.
Finance Director
Rowland Homes Limited
Leyland
2007.10 - 2016.06
- Developed and implemented robust financial policies for company-wide compliance.
- Built strong relationships with external auditors, facilitated smooth auditing process.
- Enhanced financial performance with strategic planning and forecasting.
- Improved cash flow management to ensure operational stability.
- Worked closely with business units for understanding key financial issues, enabled targeted problem-solving.
Finance Director
Morris Homes Limted
Wilmslow, Cheshire East
2001.04 - 2007.10
- Joined following the acquisition of the Allen Group as an assistant financial controller and progressed through to Finance Director having worked for various companies within the group
- Reporting to Group FD but with full overview of the accounts and budgets and overseeing of 11 accounts staff ranging up to CIMA part qualified accountants
- Acted as HR manager and a single point of contact for managers and directors on all HR matters
Finance director
Evans Halshaw Ford
Preston
1995.01 - 2001.04
- Advanced from company accountant at family-owned Vauxhall dealership to finance director at Evans Halshaw following acquisition by Pendragon Group Plc, overseeing financial integration and strategic planning during transition.
Senior auditor
Latham Crossley and Davis Chartered Accountants
Chorley
1991.08 - 1994.12
- Completed training and qualification as Chartered Accountant with ICAEW, enhancing professional expertise
- Progressed from audit junior to senior, managing regular management accountant roles and conducting audits of Solicitors Accounts Rules
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics and Accountancy
Lancaster University
Lancaster, Lancashire 1988.09 - 1991.06
Skills
- Financial analysis
- Business planning
- Business intelligence tools mastery
Certification
Qualified as Charted Accountant with the ICAEW in 1995
Timeline
Part time consultant
Rowland Homes Limited
2026.01 - Current
Managing director
Rowland Homes Limited
2016.07 - 2025.12
Finance Director
Rowland Homes Limited
2007.10 - 2016.06
Finance Director
Morris Homes Limted
2001.04 - 2007.10
Finance director
Evans Halshaw Ford
1995.01 - 2001.04
Senior auditor
Latham Crossley and Davis Chartered Accountants
1991.08 - 1994.12
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics and Accountancy
Lancaster University
1988.09 - 1991.06