Louise Burt
About Louise Burt
Louise Burt is the Head Of Finance Operations at Cleo in London, with extensive experience in financial management and strategy.
Current Role at Cleo
Louise Burt is currently the Head Of Finance Operations at Cleo, based in London, England, United Kingdom. In this role, she focuses on overseeing financial operations, implementing new financial systems to streamline operations, and improving efficiency. She also plays a key role in shaping Cleo's financial strategy, essential during the company’s significant growth and expansion phases.
Career History
Louise Burt has an extensive career in finance, holding various roles in different organizations. Prior to her current position, she served as Head of Finance and Interim Finance Director at Cleo. She also worked at Eastnine as Interim Finance Director, and at PwC UK as My Financepartner. Her earlier roles include positions at Your Right Hand Finance Team, L&M Accounting Services Ltd, and Ark Therapeutics Group Plc. Louise’s career began with roles at Atlas Management Company Ltd, Cheapflights, Ernst & Young, Coller Capital, and Thomas Murray.
Educational Background
Louise Burt holds strong academic credentials in Accounting and Finance. She completed her Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Finance at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, followed by an Honours degree in the same field. She obtained her Chartered Accountant designation (CA) from the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants in 2006.
Specializations and Skills
Louise Burt specializes in cash management and cloud-based financial products and systems. She has successfully managed cash flow for multiple organizations and has a strong background in budgeting and forecasting. Her attention to detail and sound decision-making have contributed significantly to efficient financial operations and accurate financial planning. Louise's expertise has led to high standards of satisfaction and business growth.
Financial Systems Implementation
At Cleo, Louise Burt has been pivotal in implementing new financial systems designed to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. Her efforts in modernizing financial processes have supported the company’s operational effectiveness, making significant contributions to its financial health and readiness for expansion.