Chris Hymas
About Chris Hymas
Chris Hymas serves as the Director of Finance & People Systems at Liberty Global, a position he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience in finance and systems management, primarily from his tenure at Virgin Media, where he held various roles over nearly two decades.
Current Role at Liberty Global
Chris Hymas serves as the Director of Finance & People Systems at Liberty Global. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to financial management and the development of people systems. His work is based in Reading and Bradford, where he oversees various financial operations and system integrations.
Previous Experience at Virgin Media
Prior to his current role, Chris Hymas worked at Virgin Media for over a decade in various capacities. He served as Senior Financial Accountant - Balance Sheet from 2000 to 2003, Head of SSO Service Performance & Development from 2008 to 2013, and Head of Finance Systems from 2013 to 2018. His roles involved financial oversight and system management, contributing to the company's operational efficiency.
Education and Qualifications
Chris Hymas studied at Kingston University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with a 2:1 in Accounting & Law from 1990 to 1994. He also completed A Levels at George Abbot School in Guildford, focusing on Economics, Pure Mathematics & Statistics, and Communication Studies. Additionally, he is a Passed Finalist at the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
Key Contributions to VMO2 Merger
During his tenure at Virgin Media, Chris Hymas played a significant role in the VMO2 merger. He led the Chart of Accounts mapping process, which facilitated consolidated reporting. He also designed, built, and tested tactical solutions for Finance and People Systems, ensuring a smooth integration during the merger.
Professional Development and Secondments
Throughout his career at Virgin Media, Chris Hymas participated in several secondments that enhanced his expertise. He worked as Workstream Lead for the Sarbanes Oxley Compliance Project and the Liberty Global Integration. These roles allowed him to develop skills in compliance and integration processes within the financial sector.