Jessica Tomkins
About Jessica Tomkins
Jessica Tomkins serves as the Deputy Head of Finance at DP World London Gateway, where she has worked since 2020. She has extensive experience in financial management, having held various roles in accounting and finance across several organizations.
Current Role at DP World
Jessica Tomkins currently serves as the Deputy Head of Finance at DP World London Gateway, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing financial operations and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Her work includes budgeting and forecasting for large-scale financial projects, as well as managing cash flow and corporation tax. Tomkins has contributed to the development of financial controls and processes that align with Making Tax Digital initiatives.
Previous Experience at DP World London Gateway
Before her current role, Jessica Tomkins worked as the Financial Controller at DP World London Gateway from 2015 to 2020. During her five years in this position, she managed financial controls and processes under both IFRS and UKGAAP standards. Her experience at DP World has equipped her with skills in team management and development, focusing on enhancing the capabilities of the financial team.
Career Background in Finance
Jessica Tomkins has a diverse background in finance, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. She began her career as a Trainee Accountant-Junior at Barnes Roffe LLP from 2005 to 2007. She then progressed to RSM UK as a Senior Accountant for one year and later served as a Group Financial Accountant at Northern and Shell from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, she worked at Clarksons Platou as a Chartered Accountant from 2008 to 2013 and briefly at CLIMATE ENERGY GROUP LTD as Group Financial Controller in 2015.
Educational Qualifications
Jessica Tomkins has a solid educational foundation in finance and mathematics. She studied at Brunel University London, where she earned a BA(Hons) in Mathematics and Management Studies from 2001 to 2005. Prior to that, she completed her A Levels in Maths at South East Essex College from 1999 to 2001. Tomkins also holds a FCA designation from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), which she achieved between 2005 and 2008. Additionally, she has qualifications in Group Fitness and Pilates.
Skills and Expertise
Jessica Tomkins possesses expertise in managing financial controls and processes, particularly under IFRS and UKGAAP standards. Her experience includes budgeting and forecasting for large-scale financial projects. She has developed skills in cash flow management and corporation tax, which are critical for her role in finance. Tomkins is also experienced in team management and development, focusing on enhancing the capabilities of financial teams.