Sarah Timperley

Background

About Sarah Timperley

A chartered accountant with 10+ years of experience spanning across audit, financial reporting and financial planning and analysis. I am a highly driven and detail-oriented individual, that thrives in a fast-paced environment and connecting Finance with other departments, presenting complex data in an approachable way. Financial Planning and Analysis: • Extensive experience in financial modeling, budgeting and forecasting, working cross-functionally with other departments to ensure buy-in and deliver results • Adept at presenting complex financial information and forecasts in an easy digestible format for Senior Leadership, Board Members and External Shareholders • Played a pivotal role in successfully securing a variety of financing options, both debt and equity to support the high-growth of the business Financial Reporting and Compliance: • Proficient in month-end close, delivering financial reporting variance packages in a timely manner to support Senior Leadership in decision making and take corrective action as necessary • Lead the year-end process with external accountants. Drawing from my 5+ years of audit experience, I understand what a good job looks like, and strive to make the process as smooth as possible • Executed initiatives to enhance operational efficiencies, simplified processes and internal controls, leveraging technology where possible to eliminate manual tasks Cash Flow and Treasury Management: • Extensive experience in managing weekly rolling cash flow forecast, highlighting opportunities with vendors to maximize working capital cycle • Experienced in foreign currency treasury management, building relationships with financial institutions to operate multi-currency platforms and integrations with ERP systems Leadership and Team Growth: • Effective leadership and interpersonal communication abilities to coach, inspire and nurture teams during periods of high growth and challenges • Key contributor to contract negotiations and managed relationships with suppliers, distribution partners, customers and investors along with CEO and other team members. Coordinated reviews with legal counsel and insurance representatives