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Nigel Rainey

Summary

Strategic ACA-qualified accountant with expertise in financial reporting, audit, and tax strategy within multinational settings. Led financial operations and optimised reporting processes to enhance profitability. Experienced in managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders. Seeking advancement to Group Finance Manager with a view towards Financial Controller.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Group Financial Controller

Douglas and Grahame Group
07.2025 - Current

Led and owned finance function, overseeing 9 across accounts payable, receivable, reporting.

  • Ran month-end close for timely, accurate reporting, improving efficiency and controls for a £30m Group
  • Managed cash forecasting and treasury, optimising working capital and FX hedging plans.

Management Accountant (FP&A)

Eakin Healthcare Group Ltd
01.2024 - 07.2025
  • Delivered monthly P&L reporting for £135m business.
  • Performed variance analysis and budgeting support.
  • Managed team and supported strategic decision making.

Group Financial Accountant

Eakin Healthcare Group Ltd
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Led statutory audits for group turnover exceeding £150m.
  • Managed multi-entity bank reconciliations.
  • Delivered £1.5m tax savings via R&D and Patent Box initiatives.
  • Developed treasury policy and hedging strategy (+£150k impact).

Auditor

Northern Ireland Audit Office
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Delivered financial and Value for Money audits (up to £300m).
  • Ensured compliance with audit standards, enhancing accuracy of financial statements.
  • Managed stakeholder relationships, fostering collaboration with senior management.
  • Led and mentored a team of trainees, supporting their professional development.

Education

ACA Chartered Accountant -

Chartered Accountants Ireland
01-2023

BSc - Molecular Biology

Heriot-Watt University
01-2018

Skills

  • Financial consolidation
  • Financial analysis
  • Variance analysis
  • Treasury and cash flow management
  • Cash flow management
  • Tax strategy
  • Leadership and stakeholder management

Other

  • Chair, CAI Student Committee Ulster, 2022-01-01
  • Volunteer, British Red Cross, 3.5 years
  • Charity cycle fundraiser, £8,000

Timeline

Group Financial Controller

Douglas and Grahame Group
07.2025 - Current

Management Accountant (FP&A)

Eakin Healthcare Group Ltd
01.2024 - 07.2025

Group Financial Accountant

Eakin Healthcare Group Ltd
01.2023 - 01.2024

Auditor

Northern Ireland Audit Office
01.2019 - 01.2023

ACA Chartered Accountant -

Chartered Accountants Ireland

BSc - Molecular Biology

Heriot-Watt University
Nigel Rainey