Finlay Creedon
About Finlay Creedon
Finlay Creedon is a Commercial Manager at Glencore, with extensive experience in contract negotiation and administration in the mining industry. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce/Economics from The University of Queensland and is currently pursuing the Chartered Financial Analyst program.
Work at Glencore
Finlay Creedon has been serving as a Commercial Manager at Glencore since 2021. He operates from Clermont, Queensland, Australia. In this role, he utilizes his extensive experience in contract negotiation and administration within the mining industry. His responsibilities include overseeing commercial operations and ensuring effective financial management.
Previous Employment at Downer
Prior to his current role, Finlay Creedon held multiple positions at Downer. He worked as a Commercial Superintendent from 2018 to 2021 at Carrapateena Mine, where he managed a significant Mining Services Contract valued at $660 million. He also served as a Site Accountant from 2015 to 2016 and as a Management Accountant from 2016 to 2018, both in Brisbane, Australia. Additionally, he began his career at Downer as a Commercial Graduate from 2014 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Finlay Creedon holds a Bachelor of Commerce/Economics from The University of Queensland, where he studied Accounting, Finance, and International Trade & Finance, graduating in 2012. He furthered his education by obtaining a Graduate Diploma in Chartered Accounting from Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand between 2013 and 2015. Currently, he is pursuing the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) program to enhance his financial expertise.
Professional Background
Finlay Creedon's professional background includes experience in various accounting and advisory roles. He worked as an Accountant at Williams Hall Chadwick from 2012 to 2013 and as an Undergraduate Accountant at KordaMentha from 2011 to 2012. He also held a position as Senior Advisor - Contracts at OZ Minerals for a brief period in 2021, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of contract management in the mining sector.
Achievements in Financial Management
Finlay Creedon specializes in revenue and cost modeling, including budgeting and forecasting. He has a proven track record of improving forecasting accuracy and identifying cost improvements through innovative cost models. His expertise has led to significant operational improvements in the organizations he has worked with, particularly in the mining industry.