Steven Francom
About Steven Francom
Steven Francom is the Group Head of Technical Accounting at M247, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in financial management, having held various roles in organizations such as Innospec Inc., MyTravel Airways, and Deloitte.
Current Role at M247
Steven Francom serves as the Group Head of Technical Accounting at M247, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing technical accounting functions and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards. His tenure at M247 has contributed to the company's financial integrity and reporting accuracy.
Previous Experience at Innospec Inc.
Prior to his current role, Steven worked at Innospec Inc. as the Group Treasury Manager from 2009 to 2014. During his five years at the company, he managed treasury operations and contributed to financial strategy in Ellesmere Port, United Kingdom. He later advanced to the position of Head of Treasury at Innospec from 2014 to 2017.
Professional Background in Treasury Management
Steven has a diverse background in treasury management, having held various positions at MyTravel Airways, including Treasury/Cash Manager and Interim Finance Director. His experience spans roles focused on cash forecasting, financial control, and treasury operations from 2003 to 2009. He also worked at Thomas Cook Airlines Limited as a Financial Controller.
Education and Qualifications
Steven holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) Hons degree in Accounting and Finance from Lancaster University, which he completed from 1991 to 1994. He has achieved first-time passes in both the Association of Corporate Treasurers (ACT) and the Master of Corporate Treasury (MCT) qualifications, earning a national prize in the latter.
Expertise in Financial Reporting and Compliance
Steven possesses extensive experience in month-end and statutory reporting under UK and US GAAP and IFRS. He has a strong background in financial control and reporting, with proven technical ability. His expertise includes Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, systems and process improvements, and managing financial risk.