Padraig Page
About Padraig Page
Padraig Page serves as the Assistant Vice President of Finance at AXIS Capital in Dublin, where he has worked since 2012. He has extensive experience in finance, having previously held positions at KPMG Ireland and Westpac, and has a strong academic background in accounting and finance.
Current Role at AXIS Capital
Padraig Page serves as the Assistant Vice President of Finance at AXIS Capital in Dublin, a position he has held since 2012. In this role, he oversees financial operations and ensures compliance with various accounting standards. He manages the quarterly and monthly US GAAP close for multiple underwriting and non-underwriting entities across all regions. His responsibilities include coordinating finance work streams and integrating financial data during acquisitions.
Previous Experience at AXIS Capital
Before his current role, Padraig Page worked as a Finance Manager at AXIS Capital from 2009 to 2012. During this time, he contributed to various financial projects and initiatives. His experience at AXIS Capital laid the foundation for his current responsibilities, enhancing his expertise in finance and accounting within the insurance sector.
Professional Background in Accounting
Padraig Page has a diverse professional background in accounting. He worked as an Accountant at Westpac in Sydney, Australia, for four months in 2007. Prior to that, he served as an Audit Senior at KPMG Ireland from 2003 to 2007. These roles provided him with a solid understanding of financial auditing and compliance, which he applies in his current position.
Educational Qualifications
Padraig Page holds multiple degrees and qualifications in accounting and finance. He earned a Master of Business Studies (MBS) in Accounting from Dublin City University in 2003. He also completed a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Accounting and Finance at the same institution from 1999 to 2002. Additionally, he achieved the ACA designation from Chartered Accountants Ireland between 2003 and 2006 and completed a Diploma in Strategic Finance and Business Analytics in 2017.
Key Contributions and Projects
Padraig Page has played a significant role in various financial projects, including leading the finance work stream for the acquisition of a Belgium Aviation Insurer by AXIS Capital. He collaborated with external advisors to produce a Purchase GAAP Report in line with ASC 805. His contributions also include managing the UAT testing plan for the General Ledger and ensuring compliance with ASC 830 during the acquisition process.