Wayne Sankey

Experience

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  Parbury Technologies P/L

  Jul 1996 - Mar 1998

  Financial Controller

  Supervised all financial matters pertaining to the new division and supported implementation of the business strategy of profitable expansion. The key result areas included:Monthly management reporting package including commentary on trends and influences; preparation and review of annual profit plans.Completion of all statutory reporting for relevant divisional entities including annual accounts and tax returns.Application, review and refinement of corporate policies and procedures; interfacing with operational staff on financial/strategic matters.Liaising with corporate office personnel and external parties pertaining to legal matters, insurance renewals and audit reviews. Show less

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  Memorex Telex

  May 1998 - Jul 1999

  Financial Contractor

  Employed as Contact Accountant on short-term assignment (2-3 months) to cover for the Financial Accountant while he was on extended leave. Contract extended due to ongoing organisational restructuring to provide financial expertise and complete ad hoc projects for the Finance Director. Duties included preparation and review of departmental budgets; analysis of monthly operating expenditure; review of business practices including revenue recognition, gross margin and inventory valuation; financial analysis of business segments; assist completion of statutory accounts. Show less

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  House with no Steps

  Aug 1999 - Jun 2012

  CFO

  Conducted the financial affairs on a sound basis and in accordance with both statutory requirements and corporate policies.Provided the Corporate Board, Committees, CEO and Executive Management Team with regular and specific management information and financial reports reflecting current and projected financial performance.Provided advice and counsel that contributed to business and strategic development across the Organisation. Assisted the CEO with the development and implementation of corporate policies and procedures.Liaised with relevant funding bodies on significant funding matters.Demonstrated behaviour consistent with HWNS’ Vision, Mission & Values and the Leadership Charter.Managed the treasury function in accordance with the prescribed policies and procedures to optimise the use of funds including the management of the investment portfolio within the terms of the investment mandate. Show less

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  Life Without Barriers

  Mar 2013 - May 2013

  State Finance Mgr, NSW/ACT

  Responsible for the day to day management of the financial operations for NSW and ACT in partnership with the State Management Team. The key responsibilities of my position are as follow. - assist in the development of annual budgets and rolling forecasts within established time frames. - provide leadership, support, advice and coaching to operational and finance teams across the state. - ensure the state is compliant with funding requirements, organisational finance systems, policies and procedures and that internal control systems are in place. - assist in the preparation of monthly and annual accounts. - contribute to the continuous improvement of state and regional finance matters. - perform analysis of financial performance and report to both State Management and the National office. Show less

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  Settlement Services International Limited

  Jul 2013 - Nov 2016

  Chief Financial Officer

  Control the finance and accounting methods, practices and administration procedures of SSI. Prepare appropriate financial assessments and other information to support senior management to make informed business decisions. My key responsibilities include the following. - provide leadership in regard to all financial matters in accordance with relevant SSI and statutory requirements. - control, direct, support and mentor the geographically dispersed finance team. - ensure compliance with funding requirements, organisational finance systems, policies and procedures and that internal control systems are in place. - manage relationships with third parties such as auditors, bankers, funding bodies. - perform analysis of financial performance and make recommendations for improvement. - interface with operational teams to strengthen support mechanisms provided by the finance team. - contribute to the strategic direction of the organisation. Show less

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  Paddle Australia Limited

  May 2017 - Dec 2020

  Finance Manager

  The role is responsible for the timeliness and accuracy of monthly reporting and providing advice and support to the executive and Board of Directors that goes beyond the numbers. Paddle Australia Limited (trading as Canoeing Australia) is a national sporting organisation that encompasses all the disciplines of the sport of paddling. Committees exist for each major discipline and are responsible to the Board for administering and fostering the development of that discipline. Each state has its own Association, which is directly affiliated to Australian Canoeing. Show less

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  Private residence

  Dec 2020 - Dec 2020

  Retired