Terri-Anne Vearer

Commercially focused Finance and HR Manager with over 25 years' progressive experience across finance, accounting, business operations and people management within distribution, technology-led and hospitality organisations. CIMA Part Qualified with strong technical expertise in financial reporting under IFRS and UK GAAP, alongside extensive experience in management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, financial controls and statutory compliance. Progressed through increasing levels of responsibility within a growing international group structure to become a Senior Finance and HR Manager and key member of the Senior Management Team, working directly with the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) and senior leadership team to support strategic planning, business growth and operational performance.

Proven track record of supporting business growth by strengthening financial processes, improving governance and reporting frameworks, and developing Business Intelligence (BI) and KPI structures that enhance visibility, accountability and decision-making across the organisation. Strong focus on leadership and talent development, successfully mentoring apprentices and school leavers through structured AAT pathways, improving retention and building long-term capability within the finance function. Recognised for strong analytical capability, commercial awareness and the ability to translate financial and operational data into meaningful business insight that drives performance improvement.

Finance and HR Manager (Senior Management Team) - ESD Control Centre Ltd

(2011-03)

International group business specialising in ESD consumables, technical solutions, packaging solutions and cleanroom supplies. Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer (CFO), leading Finance and HR across two trading divisions within a growing international group structure. Joined the business in a finance management role and progressed through increasing responsibility to Senior Finance and HR Manager and Senior Management Team member, reflecting continuous development, leadership growth and increasing strategic contribution during a period of business expansion.

• Progressed from Finance Manager to Senior Finance and HR Manager and Senior Management Team member
• Evolved from operational finance responsibilities into group-level reporting and strategic finance leadership
• Increased ownership of Business Intelligence (BI), KPI development, audit coordination and commercial performance analysis
• Worked closely with the CFO and Senior Leadership Team during a period of significant business growth
• Key contributor to the development and strengthening of reporting across a multi-division group structure
• Oversee and produce monthly management accounts, board packs, cash flow reporting, budgets and forecasts in line with IFRS and UK GAAP
• Oversee financial reporting processes to ensure management information is accurate, timely and aligned with internal control frameworks
• Provide clear and consistent financial reporting to support decision-making across the business
• Work closely with senior managers and account managers to develop, review and manage customer budgets aligned to commercial performance
• Lead financial accounting processes including month-end and year-end close, ensuring completeness, accuracy and integrity of financial records
• Ensure correct application of IFRS and UK GAAP, including accruals, prepayments, revenue recognition and balance sheet integrity
• Support preparation and review of statutory financial statements in line with IFRS and UK GAAP disclosure requirements
• Strengthen financial controls, governance frameworks and accounting policies to ensure compliance and consistency
• Work closely with the CFO on budgeting and forecasting across multiple divisions, partnering with operational and sales teams to review performance and planning
• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business strategy and financial targets
• Provide cash flow reporting, forecasting and analysis to support working capital management and decision-making
• Maintain banking relationships including funding facilities, invoice finance arrangements and covenant reporting
• Lead development and rollout of Business Intelligence (BI) reporting tools and dashboards across the business
• Provide ongoing BI and reporting support to departments, improving visibility of financial and operational performance
• Develop and embed KPI frameworks across departments to improve accountability and performance tracking
• Improve consistency and integrity of financial and operational data used for reporting and analysis
• Act as primary contact for external auditors, leading audit coordination and delivery in line with statutory requirements
• Manage year-end audit process including preparation of statutory accounts working papers and supporting schedules
• Support group consolidation and year-end reporting, ensuring accurate consolidated financial statements
• Liaise with external auditors and international advisers across Germany and the US to ensure consistency in reporting and accounting treatment
• Lead, develop and mentor a finance team of five, building technical capability, accountability and continuous improvement culture
• Support HR activities including employee records, recruitment support, policy implementation and employee relations
• Promote team development, training and structured learning pathways to build long-term capability within finance
• Work closely with the CFO and Senior Leadership Team on strategic planning, investment decisions and business growth initiatives
• Provide financial insight and commercial analysis including margin, cost and profitability reporting
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance and HR to enhance efficiency, control and scalability of processes

Management Accountant / Office Manager - Serengeti Systems Ltd

(2007-03 - 2011-03)

• Management accounts, forecasting and variance analysis
• Ledger control and reconciliations
• Payroll, HMRC reporting and compliance
• Cash flow management and budgeting
• Audit support and financial reporting
• HR administration and employee reporting

Accounts Manager - Hypoguard Ltd

(2006-03 - 2007-03)

• Monthly management accounts and reporting
• Ledger control and reconciliations
• Cash flow management and forecasting
• Budgeting and forecasting support

Accounts Administrator - M Gaze & Co Ltd

(2004-05 - 2006-03)

• Purchase and sales ledger management
• Bank reconciliations and credit control
• Sage Line 50 accounting system
• Audit and reporting support

Career Break

(2001-11 - 2004-05)

Accounts Office Manager - Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel Ltd / Aldeburgh Hotels Ltd

(1997-05 - 2001-11)

• Accounting operations and financial reporting
• Payroll, banking and reconciliations
• Month-end processes
• Budgeting support

Head Waitress - Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel Ltd

(1995-05 - 1997-11)

• Team supervision and rota management
• Customer service delivery
• Staff training and development support

GCSEs