Wayne Evans
About Wayne Evans
Wayne Evans serves as the Manager of Accounting for Tronox Australian Operations, where he has worked since 2020. He holds an MBA from Curtin University and has extensive experience in finance and accounting, including roles at Cristal and Arthur Andersen.
Work at Tronox
Wayne Evans has been serving as the Manager of Accounting for Tronox Australian Operations since 2020. His role is based in Bunbury, Western Australia. He has been instrumental in managing the accounting operations during the merger of Cristal and Tronox. Additionally, he played a key role in implementing SAP systems across various departments within the organization. Evans has also contributed to the financial integration of new acquisitions and developed a comprehensive financial reporting system that enhanced accuracy and efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Wayne Evans holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Curtin University of Technology, which he completed from 2013 to 2016. He also earned a Bachelor of Business with a major in Accounting and a minor in Law from the same institution between 1984 and 1987. Furthermore, he achieved the status of Fellow Chartered Accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, completing this program from 1989 to 1991. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in accounting and finance.
Background
Before joining Tronox, Wayne Evans held several key positions in finance and accounting. He worked at Cristal as Company Secretary and Finance Manager for Asia Pacific Pigment Operations from 2008 to 2020. Prior to that, he spent 12 years as Finance Manager at West Australian Newspapers from 1996 to 2008. His career began at Arthur Andersen & Co., where he served as an Audit Senior from 1987 to 1990. His diverse experience has shaped his approach to financial management and operations.
Achievements
Wayne Evans has made significant contributions to Tronox, including managing the transition of accounting operations during the merger with Cristal. He participated in a cross-functional team aimed at optimizing cost management strategies. His efforts in developing a financial reporting system have led to improvements in both accuracy and efficiency within the company. These achievements reflect his commitment to enhancing financial operations and supporting organizational growth.