Emily O'connor
About Emily O'connor
Emily O'Connor is a Finance Business Partner at Save the Children UK, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in accounting and finance, having studied at ICAS and the University of Sheffield, and has held various roles in finance and client services.
Work at Save the Children
Emily O'Connor has been serving as a Finance Business Partner at Save the Children UK since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for financial planning, analysis, and reporting, contributing to the organization's mission to improve the lives of children worldwide. Her work involves collaborating with various departments to ensure financial sustainability and effective resource allocation.
Education and Expertise
Emily O'Connor studied at ICAS, where she achieved qualifications as a Chartered Accountant with a focus on Accounting and Finance from 2017 to 2020. She also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from The University of Sheffield, where she studied from 2013 to 2016. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in financial principles and economic analysis.
Professional Background
Emily O'Connor began her career as a Summer Intern at EY in 2015, where she gained initial exposure to the finance industry. She later worked as a Qualified Audit Senior at EY from 2017 to 2021, where she developed her auditing skills and financial acumen. Prior to her current role, she worked at Movianto (An Owens & Minor Company) in client and customer services for six months in 2016.
Career Progression
Emily O'Connor has demonstrated a clear progression in her career within the finance sector. After her internship at EY, she transitioned to a Qualified Audit Senior role, where she worked for four years. Her experience at Movianto further enhanced her customer service skills before she took on her current position at Save the Children UK.