Michael Hawker
Christchurch,CAN
Summary
Business-savvy Commercial Manager offering 15 years of progressive experience in a number of industries including FMCG. Managing and building high-performance teams to execute on company strategy. Keen analytical and strategic planning abilities to deliver long-range success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Manager - Supply Chain and IT
Foodstuffs South Island
, Christchurch
02.2021 - Current
- Key member of the Supply Chain Leadership Team, involved in setting and implementing strategic direction
- Preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and Business Cases including tracking against these measures
- Identify opportunities for improvement within existing processes related to commercial finance activities.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth operations within the organisation.
- Provided leadership in the development of long-term objectives and short-term goals.
- Analysed current processes, procedures, and systems to identify areas of improvement.
- Leading a team of 4
Commercial Accountant - Supply Chain
Foodstuffs South Islan
, Christchurch
10.2018 - 02.2021
- Prepared profit and loss statements, and other financial reports for management review.
- Coordinated with internal teams to ensure timely completion of month-end close process.
- Assisted in developing annual budgeting plans based on conversations with operational teams
- Participated in cross-functional projects as it relates to finance initiatives such as process improvement initiatives.
Senior Management Accountant
City Care Group
, Christchurch
05.2014 - 10.2018
- Developed and managed budgets for multiple departments, ensuring accuracy of financial information.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and forecast future performance.
- Prepared monthly management accounts and reports to senior stakeholders.
- Created financial models to support decision making processes.
Auditor
KPMG
, Christchurch
01.2012 - 05.2014
Accountant - Part Time
DJCA
, Christchurch
01.2009 - 12.2011
Education
Chartered Accountant - Accounting
CAANZ
Christchurch, NZ12-2013
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ06-2011
Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- People Leadership
- Business Partnering
- Financial Reporting
- Data Analytics
- Operational Excellence
- Cost Control
- Process Improvement
- Thought Leadership
Affiliations
- Father of 3 including twins
- Past member of Canterbury Representative golf teams
- Watching and competing in a wide range of sports
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Commercial Manager - Supply Chain and IT
Foodstuffs South Island
02.2021 - Current
Commercial Accountant - Supply Chain
Foodstuffs South Islan
10.2018 - 02.2021
Senior Management Accountant
City Care Group
05.2014 - 10.2018
Auditor
KPMG
01.2012 - 05.2014
Accountant - Part Time
DJCA
01.2009 - 12.2011
Chartered Accountant - Accounting
CAANZ
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of Canterbury
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