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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Trustee Experience
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Victoria Kemble

Victoria Kemble

Ealing,EAL

Summary

A professional & energetic Chartered Management Accountant with a wide experience of financial responsibility in SMEs. Strategic management & Board experience in private business as well as Trusteeship in public sector. A commercial attitude with well demonstrated problem solving, interpersonal & organisational skills.

Professional leader with significant expertise in governance, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to drive organizational success through collaboration, adaptability, and effective decision-making. Strong skills in team building, conflict resolution, and financial oversight. Known for integrity, innovation, and results-oriented approach.

Proven eye for detail with an administrative background. Ability to challenge & operate at a strategic level but also happy to perform "hands-on" as necessary. A flair for analysis & financial modelling along with experience of dealing with a wide variety of stakeholders. Looking for a part-time position where a flexible & enthusiastic individual can add value.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Director, Finance & Operations

WOB UK Ltd T/as WB Directors
04.2020 - Current
  • Company Overview: Membership organisation and purpose-led business working to increase diversity in executive and non-executive leadership, particularly at board and C-Suite level.
  • Turnover: £1.2m
  • Overseeing of the B2B side of the business incorporating Corporate relationships and Bespoke search
  • Heading up of operations and providing corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Strengthening client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services.
  • Increasing overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
  • Developing comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
  • Optimising resource allocation for improved efficiency and profitability across all departments.
  • Implementing robust financial controls and reporting systems, ensuring accurate forecasting and budget management.
  • Delivering consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding service offerings.
  • Championing process improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, reduce costs, and enhance productivity.
  • Fostering an inclusive work environment by championing diversity initiatives and empowering employees at all levels.
  • Promoting transparency in corporate governance by consistently updating stakeholders on important decisions, financial performance, and other relevant information.
  • Successfully maintaining a positive relationship between the Board of Directors and Shareholders through transparent communication efforts.
  • Enhancing corporate governance by implementing efficient board meeting procedures and documentation practices.
  • Managing of website project and integration with CRM system

Chair of Trustees

St Mary's CofE Primary School, Norwood Green
09.2022 - Current
  • Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos & strategic direction of organisation
  • Overseeing the financial performance of the school as Finance Committee member
  • Monitoring & evaluating performance including Head Teacher performance review
  • Holding leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation
  • Fostered relationships with stakeholders, promoting collaboration and partnership opportunities.
  • Planned and oversaw meetings in accordance with governing documents.
  • Maintained impartiality and objectivity during meetings and decision-making.
  • Represented the organization at public events, advocating for its mission and values in the community.
  • Mentored new board members, providing guidance on roles, responsibilities, and expectations of the position.
  • Involved with opening local school joining steering group seeing it through to opening

Vice Chair of Trustees

St Mary's CofE Primary School
09.2016 - 09.2022
  • Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos & strategic direction of organisation
  • Holding leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation

Trustee

St Mary's CofE Primary School
12.2013 - 09.2016
  • Involved with opening local academy school by joining steering group seeing it through to opening

Part-Time Financial Analyst/Company Secretary

The Planning Shop international Ltd
01.2014 - 12.2015
  • Company Overview: Market Research Brand Consultancy, Ealing
  • Turnover: £12m Group
  • Specially created part-time role where I supported new CFO with monthly accounts
  • Responsible for populating data room in order to conclude a trade sale
  • Main contact for auditors & broker during the sale process
  • Continued forecasting & financial analysis
  • Delivery of HR & Payroll function
  • Commercial contract & pricing negotiations
  • Ad-hoc strategic development projects
  • Market Research Brand Consultancy, Ealing
  • Turnover: £12m Group

Global Finance Director/Company Secretary

The Planning Shop international Ltd
06.2008 - 12.2013
  • Company Overview: Market Research Brand Consultancy, Ealing
  • Turnover: £12m Group
  • Accountable to the CEO providing financial expertise, compliance, governance & control
  • Responsible for the management accounts of multiple sites & business units: UK, US & Belgium
  • Development of monthly financial information & strategic analysis for SMT
  • Preparation of business unit budgets & forecasts
  • Leadership of the four-strong global finance team delivering quality financial support
  • Performance of project based accounting built on time tracker system
  • Responsible for WIP control, for all aspects of cash flow & treasury management
  • Cost benefit analyses of business opportunities & viability recommendations
  • Financial analysis of project performance & pricing advice for tailoring costing model
  • Income predictions & sensitivity analyses to inform organisational scenario planning
  • Legal review & negotiation of client contracts including pricing auctions & rebate structure discussions
  • Management of relationship with external stakeholders such as auditors, HR & payroll
  • Responsible for overseeing company operating policies & procedures
  • Member of company 'Quality & Efficiency' work stream leading cost reduction initiatives
  • Administration of company EMI scheme including valuation negotiations with HMRC
  • Responsible for payroll, bonus schemes, P11d forms, PAYE settlement agreements
  • Company Secretarial duties
  • Market Research Brand Consultancy, Ealing
  • Turnover: £12m Group

EMEA Finance Manager, Joint Venture with Screening International Inc

Control Risks Screening Ltd (now Sterling Infosystems Ltd)
05.2006 - 06.2008
  • Company Overview: Pre-employment Screening Company, Hammersmith
  • Turnover: £6m division, part of a £20m group
  • Responsible for maintaining the integrity & consistency of all financial reporting
  • Production of departmental budgets & monthly forecasting & rolling outlooks
  • Internal control, documentation of procedures for SOX compliance & transfer pricing
  • Financial modelling & variance analysis
  • Responsible for the optimisation of the working capital cycle
  • Involvement in headcount planning & resourcing in conjunction with HR
  • Management of two finance staff & Facilities & Reception staff
  • Pre-employment Screening Company, Hammersmith
  • Turnover: £6m division, part of a £20m group

Finance & Administration Manager

Control Risks Screening Ltd (now Sterling Infosystems Ltd)
07.2003 - 05.2006
  • Company Overview: Pre-employment Screening Company, Hammersmith
  • Turnover: £6m division, part of a £20m group
  • Responsible for purchase & sales ledgers & credit control
  • Production of Departmental budget, monthly management reports & client KPI reports
  • Involvement in productivity projects & financial analysis
  • Software development projects including design & documentation
  • Management of Office Management, Data Entry, Criminal Records & IT teams
  • Pre-employment Screening Company, Hammersmith
  • Turnover: £6m division, part of a £20m group

Office Manager

Control Risks Screening Ltd (now Sterling Infosystems Ltd)
04.2002 - 07.2003
  • Company Overview: Pre-employment Screening Company, Hammersmith
  • Turnover: £6m division, part of a £20m group
  • Processing of purchase & sales invoices, credit control & related financial administration
  • Responsible for Reception, Health & Safety, office security & general administration
  • Pre-employment Screening Company, Hammersmith
  • Turnover: £6m division, part of a £20m group

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Literature With Drama & French

University of Hertfordshire
Watford

Professional Qualification - Accountancy

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
Watford, United Kingdom
12-2008

4 A-Levels -

Westcliff High School for Girls
01.1995

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Advanced Excel analytics
  • Xero

  • Sage Line 50
  • Crystal reports
  • Zoho CRM

Accomplishments

  • Designed & introduced a company-wide time tracking system to monitor project budgets alongside efficiency & cost-control measures resulting in 15% improvement in gross profit
  • Developed strategic plans, budgets & forecasts at business unit & group level during a period of 240% growth over three years
  • Involved in trade sale & responsible for all data submitted to broker
  • Scoped & implemented a centralised accounting team, financial systems & business policies & processes
  • Launched bonus schemes for sales staff across UK, Belgium & US
  • Developed & integrated a global costing model across UK, Belgian & US
  • Designed a company incentive scheme for more than 150 operational staff

Trustee Experience

  • St. Mary's Church of England Primary School, Norwood Green, Ealing, Vice Chair of Trustees, 09/16, present, Involved with opening local school joining steering group seeing it through to opening, Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos & strategic direction of organisation, Holding leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation, Monitoring & evaluating performance including Head Teacher performance review, Overseeing the financial performance of the school as Finance link Trustee
  • St. Mary the Virgin Church, Norwood Green, Ealing, Parochial Church Council Charity Trustee Secretary, 04/19, present, Preparation & distribution of agendas for PCC meetings, Attendance at PCC meetings and minute taking, Organising & publicising the Annual Parochial Church meeting, Handling correspondence for the parish

Timeline

Chair of Trustees

St Mary's CofE Primary School, Norwood Green
09.2022 - Current

Managing Director, Finance & Operations

WOB UK Ltd T/as WB Directors
04.2020 - Current

Vice Chair of Trustees

St Mary's CofE Primary School
09.2016 - 09.2022

Part-Time Financial Analyst/Company Secretary

The Planning Shop international Ltd
01.2014 - 12.2015

Trustee

St Mary's CofE Primary School
12.2013 - 09.2016

Global Finance Director/Company Secretary

The Planning Shop international Ltd
06.2008 - 12.2013

EMEA Finance Manager, Joint Venture with Screening International Inc

Control Risks Screening Ltd (now Sterling Infosystems Ltd)
05.2006 - 06.2008

Finance & Administration Manager

Control Risks Screening Ltd (now Sterling Infosystems Ltd)
07.2003 - 05.2006

Office Manager

Control Risks Screening Ltd (now Sterling Infosystems Ltd)
04.2002 - 07.2003

4 A-Levels -

Westcliff High School for Girls

Bachelor of Arts - Literature With Drama & French

University of Hertfordshire

Professional Qualification - Accountancy

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
Victoria Kemble