Claire O'connor Fcca
About Claire O'connor Fcca
Claire O'Connor is a Project Manager at Ultra Electronics Group with a background in finance and project management. She has held various roles in finance and accounting, demonstrating strong leadership and analytical skills throughout her career.
Work at Ultra Electronics Group
Claire O'Connor currently serves as a Project Manager at Ultra Electronics Group, a position she has held since 2021 in Farnborough, England. Prior to this role, she worked as a Project Accountant for two years from 2019 to 2021 in Greenford. During her tenure, she has demonstrated transformational and analytical skills that have contributed to reducing risk exposure and enhancing business efficiency. Her leadership capabilities have enabled her to direct overseas teams effectively from the conception of ideas to the completion of plans, ensuring alignment with service level agreements.
Previous Experience at Harlequin FC
In 2019, Claire O'Connor worked as the Interim Finance Manager at Harlequin FC for a period of four months in Twickenham, United Kingdom. This role involved overseeing financial operations and contributing to the financial management of the organization during a transitional period.
Background in Financial Management
Claire O'Connor has a strong background in financial management, having worked as a Management Accountant at Petroplan Limited from 2007 to 2014. She also held positions at ADP, serving as a Revenue Analyst from 2014 to 2016 and as a Sales Controller UK from 2017 to 2018. Her experience encompasses financial planning and analysis, budgeting life cycles, and month-end reporting.
Education and Expertise
Claire O'Connor studied at ACCA from 2004 to 2012, acquiring knowledge and skills in financial management and accounting. She also attended Godalming College. Her expertise includes product and data modeling, system upgrading, data migration, and user acceptance testing (UAT). She is proficient in variance analysis and management pack preparation, which supports her role in financial planning.
Leadership and Change Management Skills
Claire O'Connor demonstrates exemplary leadership skills, particularly in directing teams and managing projects. She has experience in change management and process documentation, which has contributed to performance improvement and effective project lifecycle management. Her ability to build partnerships with stakeholders has facilitated effective decision-making and optimal outcomes.