Gary Chedumbrum
About Gary Chedumbrum
Gary Chedumbrum is an experienced Finance Director currently serving as Interim Chief Financial Officer at Cloudreach in London. He has held various finance leadership roles across multiple industries and regions, with a strong focus on finance transformation and integration.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Gary Chedumbrum serves as the Interim Finance Director at Thomson Reuters, a position he has held since 2018. His tenure at the company spans six years, during which he has contributed to the financial management and strategic direction of the organization. His role involves overseeing finance operations and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
Previous Experience in Finance Leadership
Gary has held various finance leadership positions across multiple organizations. He worked as Finance Director at Capita and Agilisys for five months each in 2011 and 2012, respectively. His experience also includes roles at Coral as Finance Integration and Head of Shared Services, and at Exclaimer as Finance Director - Interim. Additionally, he served as Vice President Finance EMEA at Travelport from 2007 to 2010.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Gary Chedumbrum holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Lancashire Polytechnic and a Master of Business Administration from Cranfield University. He is a qualified Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) and holds an ACMA certification. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in finance management and operations.
Expertise in Finance Transformation
Gary possesses extensive experience in finance transformation and integration across various sectors, including technology, telecommunications, media, and digital industries. He has led finance teams through mergers and acquisitions, focusing on due diligence and negotiations. His expertise also extends to implementing ERP systems and transforming finance operations in multinational environments.
Global Finance Management Experience
Gary has a strong background in managing finance operations across multiple regions, including EMEA, APAC, and the Americas. He has been involved in raising finance and facilitating international market entry for various companies. His experience spans both start-up environments and established blue-chip companies, allowing him to adapt finance strategies to different business models.