Leah Scott Bfp Aca
About Leah Scott Bfp Aca
Leah Scott is the Global Senior Director of FP&A at Turnitin, with extensive experience in finance, audit, and systems improvement across various industries. She has held key positions at several organizations, including Sage, END., and Age UK Northumberland, and possesses qualifications in Accounting and Finance from Newcastle University and ICAEW.
Current Role at Turnitin
Leah Scott serves as the Global Senior Director of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) at Turnitin. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's financial strategy and oversight. Her role involves managing financial planning processes and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives. Leah's tenure at Turnitin has spanned five years, during which she has leveraged her expertise to enhance financial performance.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before her current position, Leah Scott held several significant roles in finance. She worked as a Finance Director at Age UK Northumberland from 2018 to 2019 and at END. from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she served as a Finance Consultant at END. in 2018. Earlier in her career, Leah gained valuable experience as a Strategic Finance Manager and Group Performance Reporting professional at Sage between 2013 and 2017.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Leah Scott studied Accounting at Newcastle University, where she completed her degree in Accounting and International Financial Analysis from 2004 to 2007. She furthered her education at the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), achieving the ACA qualification from 2007 to 2010 and the BFP designation from 2010 to 2019. These qualifications underpin her extensive knowledge in finance and accounting.
Audit and Assurance Experience
Leah Scott has a robust background in audit and assurance, having worked in various roles in this field. She served as an Audit & Assurance Associate at Greaves West & Ayre from 2007 to 2008, followed by her role as an Audit & Assurance Supervisor at RSM Tenon (formerly Baker Tilly) from 2008 to 2010. Leah continued her audit career as an Audit & Assurance Manager at EY from 2010 to 2013, where she developed expertise in internal and external audits.
Expertise in Financial Systems and M&A
Leah Scott possesses extensive experience in systems improvement and implementation, particularly within financial planning and analysis contexts. She has demonstrated skills in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and due diligence processes. Her commercial mindset is integral to her role, allowing her to navigate complex financial landscapes across diverse industries, including software, retail, and not-for-profit sectors.