Declan Knapton
About Declan Knapton
Declan Knapton is a Management Accountant at Canonical, where he has worked since 2020. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Leeds and a Master of Science in Finance and Investment from Durham University Business School.
Work at Canonical
Declan Knapton has been employed at Canonical as a Management Accountant since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for managing financial operations and providing insights to support the company's financial decision-making. His position involves analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Canonical, known for its contributions to open-source software, benefits from Knapton's expertise in finance and accounting.
Education and Expertise
Declan Knapton has a solid educational background in economics and finance. He studied at Stokesley Sixth Form from 2008 to 2010, followed by a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Economics at the University of Leeds from 2010 to 2013. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science (MSc) in Finance and Investment from Durham University Business School in 2014. This academic foundation supports his professional expertise in management accounting.
Professional Background
Before joining Canonical, Declan Knapton gained valuable experience in the accounting field. He worked as a Trainee Chartered Accountant from 2015 to 2018 in London, where he developed foundational skills in accounting practices. He then advanced to the role of Audit Senior from 2018 to 2020, also in London, where he honed his auditing skills and gained insights into financial compliance and risk assessment.
Career Progression
Declan Knapton's career progression reflects a steady advancement in the accounting profession. Starting as a Trainee Chartered Accountant, he built his expertise over three years before transitioning to an Audit Senior role for two years. His experiences in these positions prepared him for his current role as Management Accountant at Canonical, where he has been contributing for four years.