Matthew Regtien, Ca
About Matthew Regtien, Ca
Matthew Regtien is a Group Finance Analyst at Ultra Electronics Group, with a background in accounting and auditing. He has previously held positions at KPMG New Zealand, Inchcape plc, and Wasabi Sushi & Bento, gaining extensive experience in financial management and project oversight.
Current Role at Ultra Electronics Group
Matthew Regtien serves as a Group Finance Analyst at Ultra Electronics Group, a position he has held since 2021. Based in London, England, he has accumulated three years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include financial analysis and reporting, contributing to the overall financial strategy of the organization.
Previous Experience in Finance and Accounting
Prior to his current role, Matthew Regtien worked in various finance and accounting positions. He was a Group Accountant at Inchcape plc for six months in London from 2020 to 2021. He also held multiple roles at KPMG New Zealand, including Auditor, Audit Senior, and Assistant Manager, where he worked from 2016 to 2019. Additionally, he served as a Statutory Accountant at ViacomCBS for nine months in 2020 and as a Financial Accountant at Wasabi Sushi & Bento for six months in London.
Education and Professional Development
Matthew Regtien studied at the University of Auckland, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) with a major in Accounting and Finance from 2013 to 2015. He furthered his education at Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand from 2016 to 2018. He completed his secondary education at Rosmini College, achieving NCEA Level 3 from 2006 to 2012.
Project Management and Technical Skills
During his tenure at Wasabi Sushi & Bento, Matthew Regtien project managed revenue reconciliations across over 50 stores, addressing POS system issues and implementing process improvements. His experience at KPMG New Zealand enhanced his skills in project management, team management, and communication with clients and audit teams. He developed technical knowledge of IFRS and managed end-to-end audit processes.
Client Engagement and Industry Exposure
Matthew Regtien has worked with clients across various industries during his time at KPMG New Zealand. His experience includes sectors such as advertising/media, automotive, construction, shipping, and seafood. He has investigated and addressed auditor queries related to key financial statement captions during his roles, particularly at Wasabi Sushi & Bento.