Pete Hoole
Bordon,Hampshire
Summary
Pete demonstrates strong business partnering skills and statutory reporting expertise, complemented by a deep understanding of corporate finance and fintech solutions.
Proven track record in board reporting, regulatory compliance, and financial statement interpretation.
Adept at cash flow optimisation, capital expenditure control, and crisis management.
Skilled in change management, cash management, account reconciliation, and financial planning.
Proficient in Excel and Xero with a focus on profit and loss analysis and cashflow forecasting.
Known for inspiring team leadership and effective communication, Pete is a visionary leader with keen sense for financial strategy and operational management.
He prides himself as a strong relationship builder, working across all departments to improve performance with finance at the heart. Demonstrates exceptional analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, coupled with proficiency in team leadership and stakeholder communication.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Finance director
Giant Digital Limited
London, City of London
01.2011 - Current
- Directed all aspects of company's accounting functions, ensured regulatory compliance.
- Improved cash flow management to ensure operational stability.
- Optimised use of financial software to expedite accounting tasks and improve accuracy.
- Managed comprehensive budgeting processes, improved overall organisational efficiency.
- Took lead in crucial negotiations with lenders to secure favourable terms of borrowing.
- Coordinated annual budget preparation for controlled expenditure and profitability.
- Reviewed and updated existing finance-related procedures, promoted operational excellence.
- Enhanced financial performance with strategic planning and forecasting.
- Worked closely with business units for understanding key financial issues, enabled targeted problem-solving.
- Provided guidance on complex financial matters to senior management, informed strategic decisions.
- Established financial policies and procedures, ensuring consistent efficiency, robustness and UK GAAP compliance.
- Forecasted trends and interpreted cash flows to reliably inform business decisions.
- Served as finance business partner to drive strategic business decisions.
- Managed cash flow and liquidity, mitigating financial risks and ensuring stability.
- Administered payroll processes for accurate, timely salary disbursements.
- Managed daily finance services for smooth business operations.
- Created and presented accurate, detailed financial forecasts.
- Analysed financial performance to implement key improvement strategies.
- Finalised VAT returns with rigorous transaction checks.
- Represented business in negotiations with external partners.
Founder
PHL Accountants
Bordon, Hampshire
05.2006 - Current
- Operated a boutique accounting practice for 19 years, specialising in statutory reporting and tax compliance.
- Provided general business growth advice, enhancing client financial strategies.
- Developed strong insights into new business development and lead generation.
- Delivered exceptional client service, fostering long-term relationships with numerous satisfied clients.
- Reviewed and certified official financial statements for presentation to shareholders and governing bodies.
- Produced accurate tax returns complying with official requirements and serving client needs for minimising liabilities.
- Prepared detailed models, reports and charts highlighting complex financial information.
- Organised and carried out month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
- Generated accurate financial reports using advanced software tools.
Finance & Commercial Director
Gyro
London, City of London
01.2004 - Current
- Managed commercial contracts, ensuring optimal terms were negotiated.
- Achieved reduced overheads with efficient budget management.
- Created detailed financial reports, resulting in more informed decision making.
- Evaluated investment opportunities to drive company expansion plans forward.
- Negotiated favourable credit terms with suppliers improving cash flow management.
- Streamlined tax planning activities reducing liability whilst remaining compliant.
- Coordinated with sales teams to maximise revenue generation.
- Developed and executed financial strategies for increased business growth.
- Spearheaded process improvements that boosted efficiency across the business.
- Optimised cash flow management, improving the company's liquidity position.
- Managed timely and accurate reporting of various financial transactions and information for detailed analysis.
- Directed budgeting and forecasting activities to align financial goals with organisational objectives.
- Oversaw financial reporting processes, maintaining accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered payroll processes for accurate, timely salary disbursements.
- Served as finance business partner to drive strategic business decisions.
- Contributed to hiring process by interviewing applicants and making recommendations for best-suited candidates.
- Managed daily finance services for smooth business operations.
- Reviewed bookkeeping and management accounts to achieve clear and correct reports.
- Finalised VAT returns with rigorous transaction checks.
- Oversaw audits to collate accurate data and recommend constructive improvements.
Non Executive Director
Various Companies
London, City of London
05.2011 - 03.2025
- Maintained industry knowledge to stay ahead of competition.
- Enhanced company reputation with effective stakeholder communication.
- Reviewed executive performance for accountability and transparency.
- Provided critical insights with comprehensive market analysis.
- Facilitated strategic growth by implementing innovative business solutions.
- Ensured ethical practices through stringent policy enforcement.
- Drove change management to facilitate business transformation.
- Led board meetings to foster collaborative decision making.
- Aided in crisis management, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Oversaw budget preparation, guaranteeing financial prudence.
- Worked with board of directors to establish objectives and decisively lead operations.
Education
AAT - Accounting
BPP
United Kingdom 09.1998 - 07.2000
NVQ Level 4 - Business & Finance
Alton College
Alton, Hampshire 09.1994 - 05.1997
Skills
- Mergers and acquisitions expertise
- Business partnering
- Statutory reporting expertise
- Corporate finance knowledge
- Understanding of fintech solutions
- Board reporting experience
- Knowledge of tax regulations
- Financial statement interpretation
- Cash flow optimisation
- Capital expenditure control
- Crisis management capabilities
- Change management capabilities
- Cash management
- Excel proficiency
- Financial planning
- Profit and Loss Analysis
- Cashflow forecasting
- Commercial acumen
- Payroll processing
- Business acumen
- Financial management reporting
- Company restructures
- Management accounting
- Written communication
- Xero proficient
- Inspiring team leadership
- Management accounts reports
- Team management and mentoring
Affiliations
- Golf
- Motorsport
- Gardening
- Powerboating
Accomplishments
I co-authored two business books (2020 & 2022) on how to grow marketing and advertising agencies.
I was in the BIMA 2015 Hot 100 people in the marketing and advertising industry.
I was runner up for Finance Director of the year, 2014.
Languages
English
Native
French
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Non Executive Director
Various Companies
05.2011 - 03.2025
Finance director
Giant Digital Limited
01.2011 - Current
Founder
PHL Accountants
05.2006 - Current
Finance & Commercial Director
Gyro
01.2004 - Current
AAT - Accounting
BPP
09.1998 - 07.2000
NVQ Level 4 - Business & Finance
Alton College
09.1994 - 05.1997