Natasha S.
Senior Manager – Financial Reporting and Finance Transformation
Experience
Jul 2018 - Present
7 years 6 monthsSenior Manager – Financial Reporting and Finance Transformation
Theta Global Advisors LLP
- Lead cross-sector financial transformation programs for FTSE 100 and public sector clients, specialising in IFRS 16 implementations, financial reporting optimisation, and GAAP conversions.
- Built and currently lead the firm's Leasing Practice, advising on complex lease accounting and data challenges, and implementing software solutions for both IFRS 16 and ASC 842.
- Serve as engagement lead, managing delivery teams, vendor relations, and senior stakeholder alignment.
- Drive commercial growth by developing new service offerings in accounting advisory and deal-related engagements.
- Deliver measurable outcomes including cost savings, improved audit readiness, and sustainable process improvements.
Jan 2014 - Jun 2018
4 years 6 monthsIndependent GBS Advisor
Independent GBS Advisor
- Successfully framed and led business development opportunities for multinational clients through an independent practice.
- Led feasibility studies, benchmarking, and GBS/SSC implementations while partnering with a network of associates.
- Balanced advisory work with a career break to support family needs and personal development.
Feb 2010 - Nov 2013
3 years 10 monthsSenior Consultant / Project Manager
The Hackett Group
- Led global finance transformation projects, generating up to £50m in cost savings and significant process efficiencies.
- Directed projects from feasibility to implementation with a focus on performance optimisation and best practice adoption.
- Contributed to the development of GBS and SSC intellectual capital, including thought leadership and benchmarking tools.
Sep 2009 - Feb 2010
6 monthsProject Manager (Contract)
Technicolor
- Delivered business analysis and reporting enhancements to optimise operational workflows, data reliability, and production throughput leading the inflow of new work into production facilities.
- Standardised operating procedures and led cross-functional process improvement initiatives.
Sep 2007 - May 2009
1 year 9 monthsUnited Kingdom
Programme & Financial Management Consultant (Contract)
EDF Energy
- Managed programme governance, reporting, and financial planning for £1.2m data centre consolidation initiative.
- Led business case modelling and stakeholder engagement for major sustainability-driven ITDR investment.
Mar 2007 - Oct 2007
8 monthsUnited Kingdom
Senior Consultant, Finance Transformation
Deloitte MCS Ltd
- Delivered finance operating model and shared services design projects as part of Deloitte's consulting practice.
- Gained exposure to high-profile client engagements and developed foundational consulting skills.
Feb 2006 - Mar 2007
1 year 2 monthsSenior Manager Shared Services – Europe
Carphone Warehouse Group
- Directed SSC operations for European subsidiaries, overseeing financial controls, reporting, and regional finance teams.
- Led shared services design and optimisation projects contributing to 30% cost reductions.
- Oversaw GAAP reporting and consolidation, enhancing process reliability and local stakeholder integration.
Summary
Multilingual executive with over 20 years’ international experience delivering complex finance transformation and financial reporting projects across a wide range of industries.
Proven leadership in managing multi-million-pound change initiatives across private and public sectors, with a focus on driving operational excellence, digital innovation, and sustainable business impact.
Expert in stakeholder engagement, cross-functional leadership, and delivering pragmatic solutions that align financial strategy with business goals.
Languages
Finnish
NativeGerman
AdvancedEnglish
AdvancedSpanish
ElementaryEducation
Oct 2002 - Jun 2003
Buckinghamshire Chilterns University College
MBA with Distinction · United Kingdom
Oct 1998 - Jun 2001
Buckinghamshire Chilterns University College
BA · Business Studies · United Kingdom · 2:1
Certifications & licenses
ACMA, CGMA
Chartered Institute Of Management Accountants
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