Key Skills:
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Strong commercial acumen for making informed recommendations that enhance financial performance and align with organisational strategy.
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Critical thinking and meticulous analysis to dissect complex financial issues, identify underlying causes, assess potential risks, and uncover opportunities that may not be immediately apparent.
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Confidence in challenging established norms to foster continuous improvement and dispel organisational myths.
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Expertise in executing detailed tasks and presenting concise, impactful reports tailored to specific audiences.
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Methodical approach to problem-solving, ensuring effective evaluation and development of well-grounded recommendations.
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Proficiency in advanced financial analysis and modelling using Excel, Excel VBA, and Power Query. Examples include developing:
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- long-term driver-based financial forecasting models for strategic scenarios
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budget/forecast models, including group consolidation models
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cost allocation and assessed effort models
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complex pricing calculators
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various data analysis tools, eg customer activity and opportunities, FTE analysis, HRIS models to estimate savings from merger activities, CRM data analysis etc
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With over 30 years of experience in finance, including 14 years as a consultant, Darren brings extensive expertise in financial modelling and strategic analysis, coupled with strong business acumen. His methodical approach to problem-solving and attention to detail enable him to thoroughly evaluate information and deliver insightful strategic recommendations to support high-level decision-making.
Qualifications
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Bachelor of Commerce and Administration (BCA) – Victoria University of Wellington, NZ
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Chartered Accountant (CA) – Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (Maintained membership for 20 years, and then opted to discontinue in 2018)