Andrew Timlin

Experience

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  Royal Bank of Scotland

  Oct 2007 - Jul 2016

  ➠ Partnered with Managing Directors of Distribution channels, supporting Branch, Specialist, Direct Bank (including Digital), and Business Banking units generating £5bn of income.➠ Headed cost optimization efforts for a £3bn cost base to maintain excellent customer service and achieve cost/income ratio ambitions. Led strategic investment reviews and approvals, overseeing approximately £750m annually, and monitored benefits to ensure optimal outcomes with a team of around 30 qualified accountants supporting members of the Personal and Business Banking Executive Committee. Show less

  • Head of Finance, Distribution and Costs

    Sept 2014 - Jul 2016

  • Senior Finance Business Partner - Retail Bank

    Oct 2013 - Jul 2016

  • Strategic Finance Business Partner

    Nov 2012 - Jul 2014

  • Head of Decision Support, Strategy and Delivery, Divisional Support

    Aug 2011 - Nov 2012

  • Executive Decision Support Manager

    Oct 2009 - Aug 2011

  • Finance Manager

    Oct 2007 - Oct 2009
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  Virgin Money

  Jun 2016 - Nov 2017

  Commercial Finance and Analytics Director

  ➠ Partnered with Virgin Money's Commercial Director to drive growth through data analytics and forecasting, leading a team of 30 to deliver actionable insights while ensuring rigorous risk management and compliance with regulatory standards.

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  Start Up Loans Company

  Feb 2018 - Apr 2018

  Interim Head of Finance

  ➠ Partnered with CEO to drive commercial performance and develop future strategy, managed completion of year-end accounts on IFRS9 basis, improved monthly management accounts with non-financial data for enhanced performance understanding, and led migration of accounting activity to new parent and system, including training and mentoring finance team for increased value-add activities.

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  Capita

  Apr 2018 - Jun 2022

  ➠ Led a specialist FP&A team to enhance Board and Exco level reporting, providing transparent insights into performance and facilitating strategic decision-making, including M&A and internal investments, for Capita Group. ➠ Directed and enhanced the annual 3-year Business Planning cycle, overseeing Board outputs and setting financial targets critical to the company's investment program.➠ Established and managed a 'centre of excellence' for commercial bid modelling, supporting large bids across Capita and fostering career development through diverse experiences and knowledge sharing among a team of 15 FTE. Show less ➠ Reporting directly to Capita CFO to optimize financial performance, revise strategy, and lead potential asset disposals.➠ Responsible for overseeing all financial activities, including Financial Planning and Analysis, capital management, business planning cycle, and monthly Exco/Board reporting.➠ Successfully established credibility as a trusted advisor to Executive Officers (EOs) on financial, commercial, and strategic matters.➠ Acted as statutory director for approximately 40 legal entities and held an approved position by the FCA (Financial Conduct Authority). Show less ➠ Business Partner to 8 Exco members, supporting cost budget management and achieving ambitious cost reduction targets through transformation programs while enhancing service levels.➠ Supported Finance Director in launching Consulting practice aimed at achieving standalone income of £200m by 2021 and generating 'pass through' revenue of £600m for the wider business.➠ Developed and re-engaged a team of approximately 40 qualified accountants based across UK, Poland, and India.➠ Key leader in Finance transformation program, overseeing 3 critical workstreams within Capita's broader finance transformation, including the implementation of the latest SAP system. Show less ➠ Joined Capita during a period of significant transformation to enhance governance around major investments.➠ Expanded role to Divisional Finance Director, supporting key Exco members including the Growth Officer responsible for Capita-wide business development and the establishment of a competitive Consulting arm.➠ Established and managed the Investment Committee, introducing governance and structure to assess and prioritize Group-wide investments, optimizing the deployment of at least £500m of capital over 3 years.➠ Trusted partner to CEO and Exco, pivotal in fostering positive relationships with Exco and Board members. Show less

  • Group Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

    Aug 2021 - Jun 2022

  • Divisional Finance Director Capita Software and Technology Solutions

    May 2020 - Aug 2021

  • Divisional Finance Director Group Support Services and Consulting

    Dec 2019 - May 2020

  • Director of Investment Finance

    Apr 2018 - Nov 2019
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  NEOM

  Jul 2022 - now

  Chief Financial Officer, Strategy and Digital

  Tonomus, a NEOM company, is focussed on pioneering sustainable technologies and innovative solutions to drive the development of NEOM's futuristic and sustainable city project. www.tonomus.neom ➠ Established a robust finance function supporting the Executive Director for Cognitive Solutions, achieving significant milestones in finance governance, strategic investment optimization, procurement efficiency, and corporate planning cycles.➠ Support and challenge Executive Directors for Cognitive Solutions Products and Professional Services Unit.➠ Lead a high-performing team to enhance the quality of financial insights and strengthen financial governance.➠ Drive the commercialization of products, developing pricing models and providing support for tenders.➠ Collaborate with Tonomus Finance colleagues to enhance financial reporting accuracy, forecasting, and results presentation using Power BI.➠ Drive acquisition strategy and oversee integration of target entities to drive growth and operational synergies.➠ Assist Tonomus CFO in fundraising activities by providing support with presentations and strategic financial insights. Show less