Alastair Irvine
About Alastair Irvine
Alastair Irvine serves as the UK Financial Controller at Smiths Detection, a position he has held since 2021. With a robust background in finance and tax management across various roles in multinational organizations, he brings significant expertise to his current role.
Work at Smiths Detection
Alastair Irvine has been serving as the UK Financial Controller at Smiths Detection since 2021. He has accumulated three years of experience in this role, based in Hemel Hempstead, England. Prior to his current position, he worked in various financial roles within Smiths Detection, including Financial Controller for Division & UK for six months in 2020 and Divisional Financial Controller for one year from 2019 to 2020. His tenure at Smiths Detection has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the financial operations within the organization.
Previous Experience in Finance and Tax
Before joining Smiths Detection, Alastair Irvine held several significant positions in finance and tax management. He worked as Tax Director - EMEA at Smiths Group plc from 2016 to 2018 and as EMEA Tax Manager at Smiths Medical from 2013 to 2014. His career also includes roles such as Senior Tax Manager and Tax Manager at Smiths Detection, as well as Transfer Pricing Manager at PwC. These positions have contributed to his extensive expertise in tax and finance within multinational organizations.
Education and Expertise
Alastair Irvine studied Management Science & Accounting at the University of Southampton, where he achieved a 2:2 degree from 1997 to 2001. He also attended The King's School in Canterbury from 1991 to 1996. Additionally, he completed training at Tolleys TP Academy. His educational background, combined with his professional experience, has equipped him with a solid foundation in financial management and tax strategy.
Background in Social Enterprises
Alastair Irvine has first-hand experience in starting social firms and social enterprises. This experience highlights his commitment to social impact alongside his financial expertise. His role as Business Incubation Manager at Action for Blind People from 2005 to 2008 further demonstrates his involvement in initiatives that support social causes.
Professional Development and Skills
Alastair Irvine is recognized as a LEAN / Continuous Improvement Champion, indicating his focus on efficiency and process improvement in financial operations. He possesses an INTJ personality type according to the MBTI assessment, which reflects his analytical and strategic thinking skills. His extensive experience with multinational organizations and large SMEs underscores his capability in navigating complex financial environments.