Gary Thomson (Acma, Cgma)
About Gary Thomson (Acma, Cgma)
Gary Thomson is the Business Controller for the UK and Ireland at Hiab, where he oversees property, RTM, and strategic initiatives. With extensive experience in finance roles across various companies, he holds ACMA and CGMA qualifications from The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
Current Role at Hiab
Gary Thomson serves as the Business Controller for the UK and Ireland at Hiab. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing property management, real-time monitoring (RTM), and strategic initiatives. His position involves close collaboration with the Managing Director and senior management to implement internal changes aimed at fostering growth and development within the organization.
Previous Experience at Stadco Limited
Prior to his current role, Gary Thomson held multiple positions at Stadco Limited. He worked as the Financial Controller from 2018 to 2021, where he managed financial operations in Llanfyllin, Powys. Additionally, he served as Deputy Finance Controller from 2016 to 2018 in Shrewsbury, overseeing financial reporting and analysis.
Career Path in Finance
Gary Thomson has a diverse background in finance, having held various roles in reputable organizations. He worked as a Customer Reporting Analyst at ICAP from 2011 to 2014 and as an OTC Business Analyst at LCH from 2014 to 2016. He also served as a Finance Business Partner for Credit and Equities at ICAP for a brief period in 2014. Earlier in his career, he was a UK Finance Analyst at Cisco from 2007 to 2011.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Gary Thomson studied at the University of Stirling, where he earned a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, and Banking from 2002 to 2007. He furthered his education at The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, achieving the professional qualifications of ACMA and CGMA, which reflect his expertise in management accountancy.