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alex halhead

@alexhalhead

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Experienced finance professional with expertise in strategic growth and development.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a challenging role that allows for strategic impact and growth.

I am an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience across multiple finance, strategic, and commercially focused roles in global technology, listed, and start-up companies. My career has been marked by significant achievements, including my recent role as Chief Financial Officer at Leadstory, where I successfully led the company through a scale-up phase, implementing revenue monetization strategies and securing substantial funding from investors.

Previously, I held pivotal positions at ELMO Software, where I was instrumental in managing corporate development and M&A activities, contributing to a successful A$500 million sale to Private Equity. My expertise in financial modeling and strategic analysis has consistently driven revenue growth and operational efficiency, as evidenced by my track record of increasing annual revenue by 900% in my current role. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to foster growth and innovation in dynamic environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Chief Financial Officer

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Leadstory

Jul 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)

As CFO, I drive company scale-up strategies, fundraising, financial modeling, and operational tech-stack implementation. Successfully raised USD$1.0m and negotiated B2B deals worth over USD$50m, achieving a 900% revenue growth in FY24.

Financial Modeling Fundraising Investor Relations Negotiation Strategy Contract Negotiation Cash Management Sales Operations

Decision Support Manager

OFX

Mar 2017 - Jul 2023 (6 years 4 months)

Provided data analysis and financial modeling to support strategic decision-making. Managed M&A projects and produced investor presentations, achieving board approval for multiple growth strategies.

Data Analysis Financial Modeling M&A Presentation Stakeholder Engagement Strategic Planning Budget Management Competitor Analysis

Head of Corporate Development

Elmo Software

Jul 2019 - Jul 2023 (4 years)

Led M&A activities, including FDD and deal sourcing, and managed the sale of Elmo Software for ~A$500m. Oversaw cross-border product launches and supported FP&A functions with financial analysis and reporting.

M&A Financial Analysis Stakeholder Management Project Management Reporting Budgeting

Manager, Corporate Finance

Deloitte

Dec 2014 - Dec 2016 (2 years)

Conducted financial and accounting due diligence for high-value transactions, including a $1bn acquisition. Contributed to Deloitte's corporate finance strategy and produced thought leadership reports.

Accounting Reporting Thought Leadership Client Management Financial Strategy Risk Assessment Market Analysis

Senior Analyst

Deloitte

Oct 2010 - Dec 2014 (4 years 2 months)

Managed audit and advisory engagements for financial institutions, enhancing compliance and operational efficiency. Developed technical and soft skills training for junior staff.