Emma Knibbs (Previously Lockley)
About Emma Knibbs (Previously Lockley)
Emma Knibbs is a Finance Manager at Gattaca, where she has worked since 2015. She oversees ten direct reports and manages the preparation and review of accounts for a group with a turnover of £400 million.
Current Role as Finance Manager
Emma Knibbs currently holds the position of Finance Manager at Gattaca, where she has worked since 2015. In this role, she oversees ten direct reports and supports a broader UK and international team. Her responsibilities include the preparation and review of all UK entity accounts and accounts for international finance teams within a group that has a turnover of £400 million. She also completes the year-end audit pack and collaborates with both internal and external auditors.
Previous Experience at Gattaca
Emma Knibbs previously worked at Gattaca as a Financial Management Accountant from 2013 to 2015. During her tenure, she gained experience in financial management and accounting processes. Additionally, she served as a Project Lead at Gattaca from 2015 to 2019, where she contributed to various projects within the organization.
Professional Background in Auditing
Before her time at Gattaca, Emma worked as a Senior Auditor at Menzies LLP from 2008 to 2013. This role provided her with significant experience in auditing practices and financial analysis, which has been beneficial in her current finance management position.
Educational Qualifications
Emma Knibbs has a solid educational background in finance and accounting. She studied at the University of Portsmouth, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance from 2004 to 2007. Prior to that, she completed A Levels in Maths, Accountancy, Geography, History, and IT at South Downs College from 2002 to 2004. Additionally, she achieved GCSE qualifications at Purbrook Park School from 1997 to 2002.
Professional Development and Training
Emma has pursued professional development through the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, where she achieved first-time passes from 2008 to 2010. She has extensive experience in preparing training documentation, process mapping, and delivering training to both qualified and non-qualified staff members, enhancing the skills and knowledge of her teams.