Stephen. Ibbotson
About Stephen. Ibbotson
Stephen Ibbotson serves as the Vice President Corporate Controller at Venator Materials Plc, a position he has held since 2017. He has extensive experience in finance and accounting, having previously worked in various roles at companies such as ICAEW, Avon, and Littlewoods Shop Direct Group.
Current Role at Venator Materials
Stephen Ibbotson serves as the Vice President Corporate Controller at Venator Materials Plc. He has held this position since 2017, contributing to the company's financial management and reporting. His role involves overseeing corporate financial strategies and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Venator Materials is known for its production of titanium dioxide and other specialty chemicals.
Previous Experience at ICAEW
Before joining Venator Materials, Stephen Ibbotson worked at the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) as Director of Business and Commercial from 2013 to 2017. In this role, he focused on enhancing business strategies and commercial operations within the organization, based in London, England.
Finance Leadership at Avon
Stephen Ibbotson held multiple finance roles at Avon, including Vice President Finance for Western Europe, Middle East, and Africa (WEMEA) from 2006 to 2009, and Group Vice President Controller from 2009 to 2013. His tenure at Avon involved managing financial operations across various regions and contributing to the company's strategic financial planning.
Early Career and Education
Stephen Ibbotson began his career as an Auditor at Ernst & Young (EY) from 1980 to 1984. He then served as Financial Controller at Littlewoods Shop Direct Group for one year in 1988-1989. He studied at the University of Birmingham, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting and Finance from 1977 to 1980.