Christopher Simpson
About Christopher Simpson
Christopher Simpson is an Assistant Financial Accountant at Condé Nast in London, England, where he has worked since 2020. He has previous experience in finance and sales roles, including positions at Hackett London and Hogarth Worldwide.
Work at Condé Nast
Christopher Simpson has been employed at Condé Nast since 2020, serving as an Assistant Financial Accountant. In this role, he has been responsible for preparing statements for intercompany debtors, ensuring timely payments from global markets such as France, Italy, India, China, and Japan. He has also managed the inflows and outflows of company funds, ensuring sufficient cash availability and investing excess cash overnight to earn interest. Additionally, he led a project aimed at streamlining the process for Condé Nast employees to manage overseas expenses during company and fashion events through a digital format.
Previous Experience
Before joining Condé Nast, Christopher Simpson worked at Hackett London as a Sales Consultant from 2017 to 2018 for a duration of 10 months in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. Following this position, he briefly served as a Commercial Finance Analyst at Hogarth Worldwide in 2018 for 2 months in London. His diverse experience in finance and sales has contributed to his current role in financial accounting.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Simpson studied at the University of Portsmouth, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Financial Management Services from 2016 to 2019. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in financial accounting and management, equipping him with the necessary skills to handle complex financial tasks and collaborate with various departments on budgeting and cost-saving measures.
Financial Management Skills
In his current role, Christopher Simpson liaises with department heads to discuss budgets and implement cost-saving measures. His responsibilities include managing company funds as part of the central finance team, which involves ensuring sufficient cash availability and optimizing the investment of surplus funds. His skills in financial management contribute to the overall efficiency of the financial operations at Condé Nast.