Gurpreet Chahal (Aca)
About Gurpreet Chahal (Aca)
Gurpreet Chahal is a Financial Controller at Legal & General, with extensive experience in financial management and accounting. He holds an ACA qualification and has worked in various finance roles across multiple organizations since 2009.
Current Role at Legal & General
Gurpreet Chahal serves as the Financial Controller at Legal & General, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial operations within the company, specifically in the Affordable Homes division. His expertise in financial management contributes to the strategic planning and execution of financial activities that support the division's objectives.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Legal & General, Gurpreet Chahal held several finance-related positions. He worked as a Commercial Finance Analyst for 10 months in 2015-2016 and as a Finance Manager from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he spent two years in Projects & New Investments from 2016 to 2018 and served as a Management Accountant for 7 months in 2014-2015. His diverse experience spans across various financial functions and sectors.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Gurpreet Chahal has a solid educational background in finance and accounting. He achieved his ACA qualification from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales between 2009 and 2011. He also holds an MSc in Finance from Cass Business School, completed in 2009, and a BSc in Economics and Finance from Bristol University, earned in 2008. This academic foundation supports his professional expertise in financial management.
Experience at Grant Thornton UK LLP
Gurpreet Chahal worked at Grant Thornton UK LLP for five years, from 2009 to 2014, as an Executive within the Financial Services Group. His role involved providing financial services and support to clients, enhancing his skills in accounting and auditing. This experience laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in financial management.
Expertise in Financial Management
Gurpreet Chahal possesses broad expertise in accounting, auditing, and financial management. He has direct experience working with both large listed companies and privately owned companies, allowing him to adapt his financial strategies to various organizational structures. His comprehensive knowledge in these areas supports his current responsibilities at Legal & General.