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James Davies

Kingsteignton,Devon

Summary

Accomplished financial professional with expertise in budget development and oversight, presentation of complex data, and forecasting accuracy. Proven track record in implementing process improvements, identifying performance metrics, and ensuring financial reporting integrity. Adept at audit coordination and cash flow management, with a commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and achieving organisational goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Regional Finance Manager

Vistry Homes
Exeter, Devon
05.2019 - Current
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Preparing Regional Budget and Strategic Plans, reviewing volume and site margins along with general cost of sales and overheads.
  • Preparing monthly forecasts and reviewing with department heads.
  • Preparing and overseeing month-end accounts.
  • Preparing and reviewing weekly cash forecasting, working with sales and commercial team as part of the process.
  • Training the Assistant Management Accountant, aiding their progression.
  • Involved in most ad-hoc financial requests.

Joint Venture Management Accountant

Linden Homes
Exeter, Devon
03.2014 - 05.2019
  • Improved accuracy of financial reports with detailed data analysis.
  • Conducted regular variance analyses to identify potential areas of concern.
  • Liaised with auditors whilst maintaining transparent documentation practices.
  • Aligned operational objectives with financial goals to drive growth.
  • Operated two large JV's with multi projects in both. Inter-acted with Partners and stake holders of each JV and consortium members on infrastructure programs.
  • Attended JV board meetings and presented forecasts.
  • Worked with, and help design of the standard JV financial model and its links with accounting system Oracle.

Education

CIMA - Part Qualified - Finance

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
Taunton, Somerset
01.2005 - 01.2007

Skills

  • Budget development and oversight
  • Presentation of complex data
  • Forecasting accuracy
  • Implementing process improvements
  • Performance metrics identification
  • Financial reporting integrity
  • Audit coordination
  • Cash flow management

Affiliations

  • Recently started going back to a gym and following this have completed a half marathon, HYROX and Turf Games events.
  • I also have a keen interest in all things car related and recently finished a restoration of a modern classic. This was over a 10 year period.

Timeline

Regional Finance Manager

Vistry Homes
05.2019 - Current

Joint Venture Management Accountant

Linden Homes
03.2014 - 05.2019

CIMA - Part Qualified - Finance

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
01.2005 - 01.2007

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