Elizabeth Garner
About Elizabeth Garner
Elizabeth Garner serves as the Head of Pensions and Investments at Save the Children UK, where she has worked since 2013. She has extensive experience in accounting and pensions, having held various roles at Atkins and currently overseeing charity investments and payroll management at Save the Children UK.
Current Role at Save the Children UK
Elizabeth Garner serves as the Head of Pensions and Investments at Save the Children UK. In this role, she is responsible for managing the charity's investments and ensuring the effective allocation of resources to support its mission. She has held this position since 2013, contributing over 11 years of experience in overseeing financial strategies and investment management within the organization.
Previous Experience at Atkins
Prior to her current role, Elizabeth Garner worked at Atkins in various capacities. She served as the Head of Accounting for one year from 2001 to 2002. Additionally, she worked as a Pension Accountant for nine months from 2012 to 2013 and was a Pension Fund Trustee for 11 years, from 2001 to 2012. Her extensive experience at Atkins provided her with a solid foundation in accounting and pension management.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Elizabeth Garner studied at Accountancy Tutors in London, where she achieved the ACCA qualification in Accountancy from 1989 to 1995. Earlier, she attended Rosebury, focusing on Pure Mathematics and the British Constitution from 1971 to 1973. Her educational background supports her expertise in financial management and accounting practices.
Responsibilities at Save the Children UK
In her role at Save the Children UK, Elizabeth Garner is responsible for managing charity investments and serves as a Pension Trustee for the Defined Contribution scheme. She also oversees line management for payroll, ensuring that financial operations align with the organization's goals and compliance requirements.