John Abate

Background

About John Abate

I am a senior finance and commercial executive with over 20 years of experience and a proven track record of delivering value, driving strategic growth, and improving operational efficiencies in complex environments. As a CPA, I have expertise in managing P & Ls of up to $3B and leading large teams, successfully executing global initiatives that streamline operations and maximise profitability.I specialise in strategy execution, commercial finance, and leadership, with subject matter expertise in transforming business challenges into growth opportunities. I have a strong ability to build partnerships across all levels, aligning financial strategies with organisational goals. I thrive in collaborative environments and excel at delivering results in fast-paced, innovative settings, bringing the ability to lead transformation, optimise processes, and foster sustainable growth to any organisation.ACHIEVEMENTS- Lead in cost-out initiative – Utilising my analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, I led a cost-saving initiative that delivered $30M in savings during a critical period- Development and implementation of the strategic planning and execution framework – I developed a clear and actionable strategy framework, bringing clarity and alignment across the enterprise, while fostering strong relationships with senior leaders- Lead in global pricing review – With a focus on collaboration and standardisation, I successfully led a global pricing review, improving consistency and introducing new models that boosted profitability- Improved governance and risk management to over 85% of risk mitigations on track by enhancing governance processes and proactively managing risk- Identified $18M in opportunities in the Procure to Pay project – I spearheaded a procurement project that unlocked $18M in savings, using an approach that balanced analytical rigor with effective stakeholder engagement.EXPERIENCESFinancial strategy, Leadership, Business performance, Strategic insights, Budgeting, Forecasting, Commercial mindset, Analytical skills, Transformation experience, Stakeholder engagement, Compliance, Inventory management, Financial reporting, Mentorship, Problem-solving, Change management, Process improvement, Collaboration, Communication, Business partnering, Strategic decision-making, Financial systems, Profitability, Revenue growth, Operational efficiency, Decision-making, Coaching and development, Business growth, Long-term planning, Cash flow management