Andrew Hessey
About Andrew Hessey
Andrew Hessey serves as the Global Controller at Condé Nast in London, England, bringing extensive experience in finance operations and transformation across various sectors. He has held significant roles at KPMG, Virgin Atlantic, and Schroders, and possesses strong expertise in governance, risk, and automation.
Work at Condé Nast
Andrew Hessey has served as the Global Controller at Condé Nast since 2021. In this role, he oversees financial operations and reporting for the organization. His responsibilities include enhancing financial controls and systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and driving strategic financial initiatives. Based in London, England, he has contributed to the company's financial governance and risk management practices.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Hessey studied at the University of Exeter, where he earned a Law, LLB degree. He furthered his professional qualifications by studying at the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, achieving the A.C.M.A designation. His educational background supports his expertise in finance, governance, risk management, and statutory reporting.
Background
Andrew Hessey has a diverse background in finance, with extensive experience across various sectors. He began his career as a Management Accountant at Crown Agents and later held significant roles at Schroders and Capgemini Consulting. His tenure at KPMG as a Director lasted nine years, where he focused on transforming finance operations. He also served as VP Finance Operations at Virgin Atlantic before joining Condé Nast.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Andrew Hessey has demonstrated a strong capability in leading finance teams and enhancing operational efficiency. He is recognized for his work in business transformation and systems selection, as well as his expertise in automation, including Robotic Process Automation. His ability to build relationships with regulatory bodies and external auditors has been a key aspect of his professional reputation.
Professional Experience
Andrew Hessey has held various finance roles in prominent organizations. His experience includes serving as Financial Controller at Schroders, Managing Consultant at Capgemini Consulting, and Director at KPMG. His role as VP Finance Operations at Virgin Atlantic involved overseeing financial operations before he took on his current position at Condé Nast. His career spans over two decades, with a focus on finance transformation and operational excellence.