Samuel Ellis Fcca
About Samuel Ellis Fcca
Samuel Ellis is the Head of Finance at InterWorks, where he utilizes Tableau for data analytics and collaborates with international colleagues to enhance business performance. He has a diverse background in finance, having held various leadership roles across multiple companies and actively participates in global finance discussions.
Work at InterWorks
Samuel Ellis serves as the Head of Finance at InterWorks, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he focuses on creating quality management information that provides actionable insights and key metrics for monitoring business performance. He employs Tableau for data analytics, transforming traditional accounting reports into actionable insights. Samuel collaborates with colleagues across the US, Netherlands, and Germany to ensure that the business is well-financed and strategically aligned.
Previous Experience
Before joining InterWorks, Samuel held several finance-related positions. He worked as the Group Financial Controller at Starcount Insights Ltd for 10 months in 2014 in London. Prior to that, he served as Finance Director at Muc-Off Ltd from 2012 to 2014 in Poole and at Solar Fusion Ltd from 2010 to 2012 in Bournemouth. His diverse experience in finance roles across different companies has contributed to his expertise in financial management.
Education and Expertise
Samuel studied Accounting and Business/Management at BPP University, achieving the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) qualification from 2007 to 2012. He also holds an Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) qualification from Bournemouth & Poole College, where he studied Accounting from 2003 to 2007. Additionally, he earned a Higher National Diploma in Business Studies from Southampton Solent University from 1999 to 2003. His educational background supports his proficiency in modern accounting technologies, including extensive use of Xero cloud accounting software.
Professional Engagement
Samuel actively participates in the ACCA International Assembly, engaging with global finance professionals to influence the future of the accounting profession. He also chairs the ACCA Global Technology Forum, where he contributes to discussions on the integration of technology in finance. His involvement in these organizations highlights his commitment to advancing the finance industry and staying updated on technological advancements.
Background
Samuel completed his high school education at Poole High School, where he studied Business Studies from 1996 to 1998. His foundational knowledge in business studies has been instrumental in his career in finance. He is based in the UK and has held various finance leadership roles in the EMEA and APAC regions, balancing the supply and demand for professional services within his company.