James McAdam, MBA, FCA

- Implemented new monthly forecasting process for operating and corporate entities - Revised and implemented new monthly business review for reporting to the Board of Directors - Performed market analysis for VP of Finance for Black Diamond as part of long term strategic planning

- Managed data analysis process for inventory and customer rationalization project - Collaborated with external valuation company for two acquisitions in 2021 to ensure reasonableness of purchase accounting - Delivered annual budget process with improved output templates along with Board of Directors presentation

- Implemented new cost tracking and management system to eliminate unnecessary expenses - Created streamlined process for New Product Development business case generation through extensive interaction with key stakeholders - Managed accounting and finance team to ensure all group reporting deadlines and requirements are complied with

- Trained management on finance and accounting skills - Streamlined New Product Development sales tracking process to improve efficiency - Managed “Standard Operating Procedure” process documentation project to ensure tasks are consistent and compliant - Reviewed business cases with sales team to price and promote new product initiatives

- Responsible for daily, weekly and monthly Financial and Management Reporting. - Redesigned Strategic Pricing process to improve margins in 2017 - Developed business cases with sales to improve pricing and profitability. - Implemented process improvements within Finance function. - Trained junior members of the team to aid their development. - Ensured compliance with internal policies in line with the internal control framework.

- Completed financial and operational audits in over 25 countries as part of a team or individually. - Responsible for auditing manufacturing and sales subsidiaries and completed the necessary risk assessments. - Delivered insightful and succinct reports to key stake holders to highlight significant issues. - Identified 'best practice' examples within the Group to share with other businesses. - Administered the bi-annual internal control self-assessment process to ensure businesses were in compliance with policies and procedures.

- Completed audits in Aerospace, Support Services, Construction and Real Estate Investment industries among other sectors. - Completed audits from large FTSE 250 listed companies to small owner managed businesses. - Multiple USA audits completed. - Mentored summer interns to ensure a constructive internship program. - Joined on a training contract and achieved the ACA qualification in 2011 before a promotion to Assistant Manager.

While studying Economics, I was also a member of the University Rowing Team and was also Club Treasurer for one year.