Allan Rae, Ca
About Allan Rae, Ca
Allan Rae serves as the AVP Global Leader of Finance Transformation & Strategic Initiatives at PRA Group, where he has held various finance roles since 2012. He has a strong background in finance and accounting, having previously worked at KPMG and Scottish Power, and holds a Chartered Accountant designation from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland.
Current Role at PRA Group
Allan Rae serves as the AVP Global Leader of Finance Transformation & Strategic Initiatives at PRA Group (Nasdaq: PRAA) since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing financial processes and implementing strategic initiatives across the organization. His leadership is instrumental in driving financial transformation efforts within the company, contributing to its overall operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Previous Experience at PRA Group
Allan Rae has held multiple positions at PRA Group (Nasdaq: PRAA) over the years. He worked as Finance Manager, UK, from 2012 to 2014, and later as Manager of Financial Controls, Europe, from 2014 to 2015 in Oslo, Norway. He also served as Head of Financial Integration, Europe, from 2020 to 2021, and as Financial Integration, Europe, from 2017 to 2020. His extensive experience at PRA Group has provided him with a deep understanding of the company's financial operations.
Career Background at KPMG and Scottish Power
Prior to his tenure at PRA Group, Allan Rae worked at KPMG as an Assistant Manager in Audit from 2006 to 2011. He also served as a Consolidation Margins Accountant at Scottish Power from 2011 to 2012. These roles helped him develop a strong foundation in financial auditing and accounting practices, which he has applied throughout his career.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Allan Rae studied at The University of Glasgow, where he earned a Bachelor of Accounting with 1st Class Honours from 2002 to 2006. He furthered his education at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland, achieving the Chartered Accountant designation from 2006 to 2009. His academic background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the finance sector.