Carla Hays
About Carla Hays
Carla Hays is a Business Controller at ThyssenKrupp in Woking, UK, with over 20 years of experience in senior management roles across various international companies.
Current Position at ThyssenKrupp
Carla Hays currently holds the position of Business Controller at ThyssenKrupp. She has been with the company since October 2014. Based in Esher, England, Carla works in Woking, UK. Her role involves managing business operations and ensuring efficient financial oversight.
Professional Experience
Carla has over 20 years of experience in senior management roles. She has worked closely with Executive Boards, sales, marketing, and operations teams. Her experience includes delivering projects and implementing process changes within blue chip and international businesses.
Previous Roles in Finance
Before joining ThyssenKrupp, Carla held several financial positions. She was a Financial Controller at Pearson from 2002 to 2014. She worked as a European Management Accountant at Laura Ashley for 4 months in 2001 and as Head of Finance and IT at Communications Workers Friendly Society from 2000 to 2001. Additionally, she was a European Business Analyst at Friskies Europe Plc for 3 months in 2000 and a Financial Controller at Red Bull from 1998 to 2000.
Early Career in Finance
Carla's early career includes roles as a Financial Consultant at CrossWise Associates from 1995 to 1998 and as a Finance Manager at Vokes from 1993 to 1995. Both positions were based in the Netherlands, where she developed her financial management skills.
Educational Background in Accountancy
Carla studied at SPD Arnhem, where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy from 1991 to 1993. Prior to this, she studied Accounting and Marketing at M.E.A.O. from 1989 to 1991. She completed her secondary education at Christelijk Lyceum Zeist, from 1984 to 1988.
Language Proficiency
Carla is fluent in both Dutch and German. This language proficiency enhances her ability to engage with international teams and stakeholders, contributing to her professional effectiveness in diverse environments.