Lee Perkins

Highly analytical and results-driven Senior Finance Professional with 10+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Financial Modeling, and Strategic Management. Proven success in managing high performance finance teams, streamlining reporting processes, and driving operational efficiency. Expert in translating complex financial data into clear, actionable management reporting for non-financial stakeholders.

Seeking a challenging senior finance role in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

Accounting & Insights Manager: Just Eat Takeaway.com June 2022 – Present

• Led the preparation of UK financial statements (IFRS/GAAP) and delivered strategic financial analysis to Senior Executive stakeholders
• Developed and implemented accurate, streamlined financial reporting processes to consolidate four regional entities, significantly improving the simplicity and timeliness of reporting
• Functioned as the Technical Accounting expert for crossfunctional Finance Business Partners across commercial operations, ensuring compliance and accurate transaction recording
• Collaborated cross-functionally to establish scalable finance processes, standardising workflows and enhancing data integrity across the organisation
• Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the Finance function, resulting in a measurable reduction in monthend close timelines
• Team Lead responsible for a total of four finance professionals, including managing and developing two direct reports

Finance Manager: City Pantry Ltd. (acquired by Just Eat) Feb 2019 – May 2022

• Prepared comprehensive management accounts and financial reports within a rapidly scaling, high-growth environment
• Led the technical accounting for all Capital Expenditure, including accounting for Intangible Assets, Leases (IFRS 16), and Fixed Assets
• Served as a Key Finance Business Partner to commercial teams, providing strategic financial input that directly supported the negotiation of large-scale customer contracts
• Built and maintained robust financial forecasting models, providing continuous Variance Analysis and strategic insights to senior stakeholders
• Owned the reporting and forecasting of cash flow directly to the CEO and Treasury function
• Main point of contact for the external audit process, ensuring timely completion and resolution of all queries
• Managed a team of four direct reports, focusing on performance management and professional development

ACCA Qualified - Chartered Accountant