Sarah Locke

Background

About Sarah Locke

I am a passionate Finance Manager with extensive financial and technical experience and a hands-on approach who can easily adapt to a changing organisation or business structure.I have a proven ability in managing all aspects of financial and management accounts functions from month-end close to year-end audit, financial reporting, cash flow, budgeting and forecasting. I excel in leading a small group of finance professionals to become a cohesive and high performing team capable of delivering improvement and simplification strategies. This resulted in successful implementation of systems and business processes to ensure strong governance and financial integrity.With a blend of proven experience and leadership skills, I have the ability to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders providing them with financial support and enthusiasm to deliver results in order to achieve business goals and growth in a challenging environment.Expertise: Leadership, Financial Reporting, Variance Analysis, Internal Controls, Reconciliations, External Audit Management, Business Process Improvement, Project Management, Regulatory Compliance, Budgeting, Forecasting, Business Partnering, Stakeholder Engagement