Katherine Mac Donald
About Katherine Mac Donald
Katherine Mac Donald serves as the Subsidiary Finance Manager at Sightsavers, where she has worked since 2019. She previously held the position of Commercial Accountant at Eastbourne Borough Council and has an extensive educational background in finance and science.
Work at Sightsavers
Katherine Mac Donald has served as the Subsidiary Finance Manager at Sightsavers since 2019. In this role, she reports to the Boards on a quarterly basis, providing essential financial insights. She acts as the finance liaison between the UK and its overseas subsidiaries, ensuring effective communication and financial alignment. Her responsibilities include overseeing the establishment of financial processes in these subsidiaries and assisting fundraising teams with budgeting, forecasting, and other financial matters.
Previous Experience at Eastbourne Borough Council
Before joining Sightsavers, Katherine worked at Eastbourne Borough Council as a Commercial Accountant from 2015 to 2019. During her four years in Eastbourne, she gained valuable experience in financial management and accounting, contributing to the council's financial operations.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Katherine studied at ICAEW, where she pursued the ACA qualification and completed her Professional Exams between 1989 and 2001. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemistry from The University of Birmingham, which she attended from 1984 to 1988. Additionally, she completed her A Levels in Maths, Physics, and Chemistry at St Paul's Girls' School from 1977 to 1984.
Background and Early Career
Katherine has a diverse background that includes previous roles working for notable figures such as Mr. Al Fayed and the Duke of Westminster. In these positions, she supervised a small team and reported directly to the Finance Director, further developing her financial management skills.