Michael Green
Derry/Londonderry
Summary
Results-driven Chief Finance Officer with focus on strategic financial planning and innovative problem-solving. Enhanced company profitability through cost reduction initiatives and streamlined financial operations. Excelled in leading cross-functional teams to achieve organisational goals and drive sustainable growth. Extensive experience in SaaS companies including leading multiple funding rounds from US based investors and a successful exit for 7 figures.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4041
4041
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Chief Financial Officer / Head of Finance
Zymplify Limited
Derry
01.2015 - Current
- Direct oversight of all financial operations including forecasting, budgeting, payroll and statutory reporting
- Liaised with external advisors on R&D Tax Credit Claims including preparation of technical R&D report.
- Implemented robust financial controls for enhanced business performance.
- Managed Invest NI Relationship, securing significant early grant funding
- Successfully raised multiple funding rounds from US based Investors
- Directed due diligence procedures
- Mentor to other senior management team members
- Drove cost reduction initiatives through innovative process improvements and supplier negotiations
- Financial Reporting to board level including preparation of Quarterly Board Packs
- Managed Compliance and HR
- Successfully lead ISO27001 accreditation process including reverification audits
Chief Operations Officer
Lead Onion(A Zymplify Brand)
Derry
07.2021 - Current
- Successfully launched and scaled a new business unit
- Lead the product development roadmap including integration of AI models
- Worked alongside marketing team to define brand, core messaging, market positioning and campaign strategy
- Ran customer success for 9 months on an interim basis
- Secured multiple supplier partnerships with key industry players such as Cognism, Foundry & Bombora.
Head of Finance
Instagiv
Derry
01.2015 - 04.2020
- Oversight of all financial functions for a mobile fundraising platform serving the charity sector
- Managed financial operations, streamlining processes for improved efficiency.
- Spearheaded the implementation of modern accounting systems (Xero) to increase accuracy in reporting.
- Led a small team of finance professionals, fostering an environment of excellence.
- Oversaw budgeting and forecasting activities to ensure business growth.
- Managed investor relations including quarterly board reporting
- Managed Invest NI Relations including securing significant grant funding
- Lead the due diligence process for a successful 7 figure exit in 2020
Chartered Accountant
Claremount Chartered Accountants
Derry/Londonderry , Derry
11.2009 - 01.2015
- Managed a portfolio of clients across a broad industry base
- Preparation of Statutory Accounts and Tax Computations across UK and Ireland jurisdictions
- Trusted advisor to small and medium sized businesses including providing financial analysis and strategy review
- Minimised clients' tax liability in full compliance of current UK and Ireland tax legislation
- Compiled financial data for business forecasting and budgeting
- Directed team of part-qualified accountants with consistent assessment of work and development
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
Education
Chartered Accountant - Accountancy
Chartered Accountants Ireland
Belfast 10.2008 - 10.2013
CIM Level 4 - Marketing
Chartered Institute of Marketing
Belfast GDPR Practitioner Training -
IT Governance
Bristol Skills
- Financial Planning & Analysis
- Risk assessment
- Budgeting expertise
- Business forecasting
- Regulatory compliance
- Performance metrics analysis
- Business process improvement
- Contract negotiation
- Technology integration
- SaaS Metrics
- Fundraising (Seed & Series A)
- Exit Planning & Due Diligence
- Business Development
- Partner Negotiation & Management
- Sales & Marketing Automation
- Data Protection & ISO Compliance
Personal Information
Title: Chief Financial Officer
Affiliations
- Underage soccer coach
- Fitness and Wellbeing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chief Operations Officer
Lead Onion(A Zymplify Brand)
07.2021 - Current
Chief Financial Officer / Head of Finance
Zymplify Limited
01.2015 - Current
Head of Finance
Instagiv
01.2015 - 04.2020
Chartered Accountant
Claremount Chartered Accountants
11.2009 - 01.2015
Chartered Accountant - Accountancy
Chartered Accountants Ireland
10.2008 - 10.2013
CIM Level 4 - Marketing
Chartered Institute of Marketing
GDPR Practitioner Training -
IT Governance
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