Helen Barlow Hunt
About Helen Barlow Hunt
Helen Barlow Hunt is an Australian CFO with extensive experience in finance and leadership roles across various sectors. Currently serving as the CFO at Thoughtworks since 2015, she has a strong background in managing non-financial areas and driving cultural change.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Helen Barlow Hunt has served as the Australian CFO at ThoughtWorks since 2015. In this role, she oversees financial operations and strategy within the Sydney Area, Australia. Her tenure at ThoughtWorks has been marked by a focus on cultural change and project management, aligning financial initiatives with broader company goals. She has also managed geographically dispersed finance teams, emphasizing high performance and staff engagement.
Previous Experience at Octopus Publishing Group
Before joining ThoughtWorks, Helen Barlow Hunt held the position of CFO at Octopus Publishing Group from 1998 to 2004. During her six years in London, United Kingdom, she was responsible for financial management and contributed to the company's operational strategies. Her experience at Octopus Publishing Group laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in financial leadership.
Experience at 3RD SENSE
Helen Barlow Hunt worked as CFO at 3RD SENSE from 2013 to 2015 in Sydney, Australia. In this two-year role, she managed the financial aspects of the organization and contributed to its strategic initiatives. Her experience at 3RD SENSE further developed her skills in financial leadership and operational management.
Education and Expertise
Helen Barlow Hunt holds an MBA and is a member of the FCCA. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in finance and management. She has significant expertise in managing non-finance functional areas such as IT, HR, legal, and facilities, demonstrating her versatility in leadership roles.
Achievements and Recognition
In 2023, Helen Barlow Hunt was awarded the Women Leading Tech Award, recognizing her contributions to the technology sector. She has been involved in acquisition negotiation and integration, business restructuring, and transformation, playing a key role in strategic changes within organizations.