Ian Hailstone
About Ian Hailstone
Ian Hailstone is a Group Systems Accountant with extensive experience in financial systems and management accounting. He has worked for several companies, including Sopra Steria and Venator Materials Plc, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Finance from the University of Teesside.
Work at Venator Materials
Ian Hailstone currently serves as the Group Systems Accountant at Venator Materials Plc, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the financial systems and ensuring accurate reporting within the organization. Prior to this, he worked as a Financial Systems Analyst at Venator Materials from 2018 to 2020, where he focused on enhancing financial processes and systems integration.
Previous Experience at Sopra Steria
Before joining Venator Materials, Ian Hailstone worked at Sopra Steria as Systems & Accounts Manager from 2010 to 2018. During his eight years in this role, he managed various financial systems and contributed to the efficiency of accounting processes within the company.
Career Background in Accounting
Ian Hailstone has a diverse background in accounting, having worked at Cummins Inc. as a Management Accountant from 2004 to 2007. He also held various roles at Capita from 1998 to 2004, focusing on accounts payable, inventory management, systems, and project management. This extensive experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial systems and accounting practices.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Ian Hailstone studied Accounting and Finance at the University of Teesside, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from 1993 to 1996. He furthered his professional education by achieving the ACMA designation from The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, which signifies his expertise in management accounting.