Stuart Hughes
About Stuart Hughes
Stuart Hughes serves as the Vice President Finance and Senior Accounting Director at LocaliQ, a division of Gannett, where he oversees financial reporting and revenue recognition. With extensive experience in finance and accounting across various sectors, he has held significant roles at organizations such as Bank of America, Moody's Corporation, and J.P. Morgan.
Current Role at Gannett
Stuart Hughes serves as Vice President Finance and Senior Accounting Director at Gannett, specifically for LocaliQ, a division focused on digital marketing. He has held this position since 2017 in the Greater Boston Area. In this role, he is responsible for financial reporting, revenue recognition, and managing delivery costs within the digital marketing segment. His responsibilities also extend to interacting with multiple stakeholders across the digital marketing and media segments, which adds complexity to his role. He plays a crucial part in strategic decisions related to tax, treasury, and budgeting.
Professional Background
Stuart Hughes has extensive experience in finance and accounting, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He began his career at PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited as an Assistant Manager in the Financial Sector Audit Group from 1983 to 1988. He then held positions at J.P. Morgan as European Financial Controller from 1996 to 2004 and at Moody's Corporation as International Financial Controller from 2005 to 2016. Prior to his current role, he worked at Bank of America as European Finance & Regulatory Reporting Manager from 1988 to 1993 and at Yamaichi Securities Co., Ltd. as Head of Financial Regulation & Taxation from 1994 to 1996.
Educational Background
Stuart Hughes studied at Epsom College from 1975 to 1980, focusing on History, Economics, and English. He then attended Lancaster University from 1980 to 1983, where he majored in History with a focus on American History and British Interwar History. This educational background has provided him with a strong foundation for his career in finance and accounting.
International Experience
Stuart Hughes possesses considerable practical international knowledge, particularly in Europe and Asia. His experience includes working in various countries, including the United Kingdom, China, and India. This international perspective enhances his ability to manage finance teams and navigate complex financial landscapes in diverse markets.
Stakeholder Interaction and Team Management
In his current role at Gannett, Stuart Hughes interacts with multiple stakeholders across the digital marketing and media segments. He has expertise in managing finance teams within the digital marketing segment at LocaliQ. His role requires effective communication and collaboration with various departments to ensure financial objectives are met and strategic goals are achieved.