Hilton Hess
About Hilton Hess
Hilton Hess serves as the Group Chief Financial Officer at VISTRA, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Unilever, VetPartners, and Rentokil Initial across various regions.
Current Role at Vistra
Hilton Hess serves as the Group Chief Financial Officer at Vistra, a position he has held since 2020. He operates from both London and Hong Kong, overseeing the financial strategies and operations of the organization. His role involves managing financial planning, reporting, and risk management to support Vistra's growth and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to joining Vistra, Hilton Hess held several key financial positions. He was the Chief Financial Officer at VetPartners for five months in 2020. From 2009 to 2014, he served as Divisional CFO at Rentokil Initial, where he was based in the UK, Europe, and Australasia. He also worked as Group CFO at Antelliq from 2014 to 2019, contributing to the financial leadership of the company.
Career at Unilever
Hilton Hess has extensive experience with Unilever, where he worked in various financial roles from 1994 to 2009. His positions included Category Management Accountant and Factory Accountant in South Africa, Finance Director to Unilever CIO in London, and CFO for Unilever South Africa and Unilever China. His tenure at Unilever spanned over 15 years, providing him with a solid foundation in financial management.
Educational Background
Hilton Hess earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) with Honours from Stellenbosch University from 1986 to 1989. He furthered his education at The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, achieving the designation of FCMA and CGMA in 1990. This academic background supports his extensive career in finance and management.