Andrea Tapp
About Andrea Tapp
Andrea Tapp serves as the Head of Finance IT at Investec, specializing in finance transformation and digital finance initiatives. With extensive experience in financial reporting and process improvement, Tapp has a strong background in various financial tools and standards.
Work at Investec
Andrea Tapp has been serving as the Head of Finance IT at Investec since 2015. In this role, she focuses on finance transformation and digital finance initiatives. Her responsibilities include overseeing financial close automation and process improvement, ensuring that the finance department operates efficiently and effectively. Tapp's leadership in finance IT has contributed to the enhancement of financial processes within the organization.
Professional Background
Before joining Investec, Andrea Tapp worked at Coopers & Lybrand from 1990 to 1997 as an Audit Accountant. During her seven years at the firm, she gained extensive experience in financial auditing and accounting practices. This foundational experience has informed her subsequent roles in finance and technology.
Education and Expertise
Andrea Tapp studied at Appleton/SEEVIC from 1992 to 2000, where she developed her knowledge in finance and accounting. She is skilled in XBRL and FINREP reporting standards, which are essential for financial reporting compliance. Her expertise extends to financial close automation and process improvement, showcasing her commitment to advancing financial practices.
Technical Skills in Financial Tools
Andrea Tapp is proficient in a variety of financial and business intelligence tools. Her technical skills include the use of Hyperion, JDE, OBIEE, and Oracle Data Visualisation. She also has experience with Oracle FCCS, Oracle ARCS, and Oracle EPRCS for financial reporting and analysis. Additionally, Tapp utilizes Concur Expense and Concur Invoice for effective financial management.