Neil Rigby
About Neil Rigby
Neil Rigby serves as the Director of EMEA Finance at WorkForce Software, a position he has held since 2017. With extensive experience in finance roles across various companies, he specializes in team development and compliance with IFRS and GAAP reporting standards.
Current Role at WorkForce Software
Neil Rigby serves as the Director of EMEA Finance at WorkForce Software, a position he has held since 2017. He operates from Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, where he oversees financial operations across the EMEA region. In this role, he addresses IFRS, UK GAAP, and local GAAP reporting requirements. His responsibilities include leveraging technical knowledge and analytical skills to navigate complex business challenges.
Previous Experience at Whitbread
Before joining WorkForce Software, Neil Rigby worked as the Interim Financial Controller at Whitbread from 2016 to 2017. His tenure lasted nine months and took place in Dunstable. In this role, he contributed to financial management and reporting during a transitional period for the company.
Career at ACI Worldwide
Neil Rigby has extensive experience at ACI Worldwide, where he held multiple roles over a span of 17 years. He began as Corporate Controller from 1999 to 2003, then served as Corporate and Revenue Controller from 2003 to 2005. He continued as Group Corporate Controller for one year from 2006 to 2007, and later became Regional Controller - EMEA, a position he held from 2007 until 2016. His roles involved significant responsibilities in financial reporting and management within the EMEA region.
Background in Pharmaceuticals and IT
Neil Rigby's career includes significant experience in the pharmaceuticals and IT software sectors. He worked at Roche as an Accounting Manager from 1995 to 1997 and as a Group Accountant for nine months in 1998. His background in these industries has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial operations and reporting in diverse environments.
Team Building and Leadership Skills
Neil Rigby specializes in building effective teams through coaching and mentoring. He focuses on achieving high-quality results by fostering a collaborative work environment. His leadership approach emphasizes the importance of communication and analytical skills in solving business challenges.