Penny Chu
About Penny Chu
Penny Chu serves as the Performance Reporting Lead for AusPac at QBE Insurance and has over a decade of experience in financial services. Her previous roles include various positions at Commonwealth Bank, where she specialized in financial analysis and business partnering.
Current Role at QBE Insurance Group
Penny Chu serves as the Performance Reporting Lead for the AusPac region at QBE Insurance, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing performance reporting processes and ensuring that financial data is accurately analyzed and presented. Her expertise in strategic and financial analysis contributes to the company's ability to make informed business decisions.
Previous Experience at Commonwealth Bank
Penny Chu has extensive experience at Commonwealth Bank of Australia, where she held several key positions over a span of 15 years. Her roles included Finance Business Partnering in CFS and WM Advice Operations from 2016 to 2019, Executive Manager of Planning & Forecasting from 2010 to 2015, and Manager of WM Forecasting & Budgeting from 2002 to 2004. These positions involved significant responsibilities in financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting within various divisions.
Career Background in Finance
Penny Chu's career in finance includes a role as Finance Business Partner at Cover-More Group from 2015 to 2016, focusing on Australian Expenses and Global Services. Additionally, she worked as Manager of Planning & Forecasting in Group Planning at Commonwealth Bank from 2004 to 2007. Her diverse background in financial services has equipped her with skills in revenue insights and cost management.
Educational Qualifications
Penny Chu holds a Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance & Investments from Finsia (Securities Institute of Australia) and is a Chartered Accountant, having studied at the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Australia. She earned her Bachelor of Commerce degree with a focus on Accounting from the University of New South Wales, where she participated in a Co-op Scholarship program from 1994 to 1996. Her educational background supports her expertise in finance and accounting.
Professional Skills and Specializations
Penny Chu specializes in strategic and financial analysis, with a strong focus on revenue insights and cost management. She has over 10 years of experience partnering with financial services businesses to drive performance and achieve business objectives. Her ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively positions her as a valuable asset in any financial environment.