Stephen Pruscino
About Stephen Pruscino
Stephen Pruscino is the Reporting Manager - ANZ at Penguin Random House in Melbourne, with extensive experience in finance and business performance reporting across various sectors.
Current Role at Penguin Random House
Stephen Pruscino currently holds the position of Reporting Manager - ANZ at Penguin Random House. Based in Melbourne on Collins Street, he is responsible for presenting regional performance to the US Head Office. Since joining the company in August 2015, Stephen has been instrumental in leading a team of finance business partners who support functional department heads across the ANZ region. His role also involves driving a culture of continuous improvement and preparing business cases, as well as reviewing financial models for various business projects.
Previous Experience at Orica
Stephen Pruscino has extensive experience at Orica, where he worked in various roles between 2002 and 2015. He started as a Financial Accountant for Dulux Aus and NZ, serving for four years. He subsequently took on roles as Business Analyst in Corporate Shared Services and Mining Chemicals from 2006 to 2010. He then served as Financial Controller for the Watercare Division from 2010 to 2013, followed by his role as Finance Lead Global Supply until 2015. During this time, he contributed significantly to different departments and gathered specialized knowledge in finance and business analysis.
Education and Qualifications
Stephen Pruscino completed his Bachelor of Business in Accounting at the Swinburne University of Technology, where he studied from 1997 to 2000. Following this, he advanced his expertise by enrolling in the CPA Australia Program. His formal education laid a strong foundation for his career in finance and business performance reporting.
Expertise in Various Sectors
Stephen Pruscino possesses extensive experience across multiple sectors including mining, chemical, consumer products, publishing, and warehousing & distribution. His specialized skills encompass business performance reporting and analysis, commercial finance support to senior leadership, and the development of internal control systems to ensure compliance. Stephen's multifaceted sector experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial operations.
Leadership and Team Management
Stephen Pruscino enjoys managing and developing teams, creating a positive and collaborative working environment. Within his current role at Penguin Random House, he leads a team of finance business partners and fosters a culture of continuous improvement and growth. His leadership approach emphasizes support for functional department heads and a commitment to personal and professional development.