David Whitcroft Fcma, Cgma
About David Whitcroft Fcma, Cgma
David Whitcroft is a Senior Finance Manager with extensive experience in financial planning and analysis across various companies, including Karma Automotive and Nobel Biocare. He specializes in capital resource allocation, strategic budgeting, and developing innovative financial solutions.
Current Role at Karma Automotive
David Whitcroft serves as the Senior Finance Manager at Karma Automotive, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on examining and improving financial and operational procedures to surpass business goals. His responsibilities include overseeing financial planning, analysis, and reporting to support strategic decision-making within the organization. His expertise in capital resource allocation and strategic budgeting enhances the financial health of the company.
Previous Experience at Karma Automotive
Prior to his current role, David worked at Karma Automotive as the Plant Controller from 2020 to 2021. During this time, he was responsible for financial oversight and management at the Moreno Valley facility in California. His contributions included developing financial strategies and ensuring compliance with financial regulations, which supported the plant's operational efficiency.
Career Background in Finance
David Whitcroft has extensive experience in financial management across various organizations. He worked at KaVo Kerr as FP&A Manager and Director from 2018 to 2020, where he managed financial planning and analysis functions. His tenure at Nobel Biocare included roles such as Senior Financial Planning and Analysis Manager and Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, contributing to financial strategy and operational improvements from 2011 to 2017. He also held positions at Albertsons Companies and Ormco, further solidifying his expertise in finance.
Educational Qualifications
David studied at Ulster University, where he earned a B.A. (Hons) in Accounting from 1996 to 2000. He furthered his education at The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, completing his studies in Chartered Management Accounting from 2000 to 2003. These qualifications have equipped him with a solid foundation in financial principles and practices, supporting his career in finance.
Expertise in Financial Analysis
David Whitcroft is known for developing innovative solutions through comprehensive financial analysis. His expertise includes capital resource allocation and strategic budgeting and forecasting. He demonstrates advanced skills in executive presentations and cross-functional communication, which facilitate effective collaboration and decision-making within organizations.