Ryan Andrews
About Ryan Andrews
Ryan Andrews serves as the IPG AsiaPac Regional Controllers Team Assistant Director, overseeing financial operations for Australia and New Zealand. He has extensive experience in accounting and finance, having held various roles within Interpublic Group and other organizations since the mid-1990s.
Current Role at Interpublic Group
Ryan Andrews currently holds the position of IPG AsiaPac Regional Controllers Team Assistant Director at Interpublic Group. He has been in this role since 2009, contributing to the financial oversight and strategic direction of the Asia-Pacific region. His responsibilities include managing financial operations and ensuring compliance within the regional controllers team.
Previous Experience at Interpublic Group
Ryan Andrews has held multiple roles at Interpublic Group prior to his current position. He served as the Assistant EMEA Controller for Initiative in 2006 for 11 months and later as the Assistant EMEA Agency Director for Mediabrands from 2007 to 2009. His experience at Interpublic Group spans over a decade, demonstrating his extensive involvement in the organization's financial management.
Professional Background in Accounting
Ryan Andrews has a diverse background in accounting, having worked in various roles throughout his career. He was a Senior Accountant at Pitcher Partners from 1995 to 1999 and worked as a Contract Accountant at Lewis Golden & Co in 1999. Additionally, he held contract financial accountant positions at Five and the Lawn Tennis Association in 2005. This experience has equipped him with a strong foundation in financial practices.
Educational Qualifications
Ryan Andrews studied at the University of Melbourne, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) with a focus on Accounting and Finance from 1992 to 1994. He furthered his professional qualifications by achieving Chartered Accountant (CA) status through Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, enhancing his expertise in the field of accounting.
Leadership in IPG AsiaPac Regional Controllers Team
Since the inception of the IPG AsiaPac Regional Controllers Senior Leadership Team in 2009, Ryan Andrews has been an integral member. His role as Area Controller for Australia and New Zealand involves strategic financial leadership and collaboration with senior leadership to drive the region's financial objectives.