David James Smith
About David James Smith
David James Smith is the CFO Practice Lead at Kinetic Consulting Ltd, with extensive experience in financial leadership roles at companies like Elizabeth Arden and Procter & Gamble.
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David James Smith is currently the CFO Practice Lead at Kinetic Consulting Ltd, where he focuses on enabling finance organizations and teams to be more business-centered and effective. Additionally, he holds a position as Financial Analysis Group Manager at Stedicor, Pharmaceuticals, Europe.
Career at Kinetic Consulting Ltd
Since 2016, David James Smith has been the CFO Practice Lead at Kinetic Consulting Ltd based in Geneva, Switzerland. His role involves optimizing end-to-end processes such as Plan to Record to Report and overseeing M&A integrations, aiming to create cohesive, value-generating systems. He leverages his deep understanding of business drivers and financial expertise to drive significant transformations in strategic revenue management and planning processes.
Experience at Elizabeth Arden
David also served as Vice President of Finance and International Controller at Elizabeth Arden from 2007 to 2015. During his tenure in Geneva, Switzerland, he was responsible for overseeing international financial operations, ensuring robust financial controls, and leading strategic financial planning. His work supported the company's global growth and financial stability.
Roles at Procter & Gamble
David James Smith held multiple positions at Procter & Gamble from 1997 to 2007. These roles included Senior Financial Analyst in the Commercial Products Group for Europe, Financial Analysis Group Manager for Iams and Stedicor divisions in Europe, and Internal Controls Group Manager for Western Europe. He worked across various locations, including the UK, Netherlands, and Switzerland, contributing to financial oversight, strategic planning, and internal financial controls.
Education and Expertise
David James Smith graduated from Durham University with a BA Hons in Economics, a program he completed from 1992 to 1995. His education also includes five years at Uppingham School, where he studied from 1986 to 1991. His academic background in economics laid a strong foundation for his career in financial management and analysis.