Andrew qualified as a Chartered Accountant with KPMG in London, gaining early exposure to large, complex organisations, M&A activity, and demanding stakeholder environments. This experience provided a strong technical grounding and an appreciation for governance, risk, and disciplined financial management.

He subsequently moved into senior finance roles within the media, telecoms, technology, and publishing sectors, holding positions across listed groups, international operations, and owner-managed businesses. A defining feature of Andrew’s career has been stepping into situations where businesses were under pressure, whether due to rapid change, operational complexity, leadership disruption, or financial stress.

His experience includes an international secondment to Los Angeles, where he was tasked with stabilising and professionalising a significant business unit during a period of strategic transition, alongside treasury management, covenant negotiation, and system improvement. Across his career, Andrew has frequently acted as the steady presence in environments where clarity and sound judgement were required quickly.

Since joining EFM in 2018, Andrew has worked in a fractional and interim capacity with a wide range of growing and established businesses, often being brought in when finance functions need stabilising, confidence in reporting has been lost, or boards and investors require experienced, independent financial leadership.

Andrew’s career has equipped him with the breadth and depth of expertise invaluable to businesses navigating complex or high-risk situations.

He has a proven track record in:

Crisis, restructuring, and turnaround support

Providing calm, experienced leadership during periods of financial pressure, including cashflow stress, covenant management, restructuring, and insolvency-related decision-making. Andrew is experienced in helping directors understand their responsibilities and guiding businesses through difficult scenarios in a controlled and responsible manner.

Financial control and stabilisation

Rebuilding and stabilising finance functions where systems, processes, or teams have broken down. This includes restoring confidence in management reporting, improving forecasting, and ensuring leaders can make informed decisions based on reliable information.

Investor, lender, and stakeholder engagement

Acting as a trusted interface with investors, private equity, banks, and advisers. Andrew has significant experience managing due diligence processes, supporting fundraising, financial modelling and maintaining constructive relationships during periods of scrutiny or negotiation.

Change management and transition

Supporting businesses through leadership changes, acquisitions, integrations, and operational transitions, ensuring continuity, clarity, and control while longer-term solutions are implemented.

Board-level and people-focused leadership

Working closely with boards, founders, and senior teams as a sounding board and trusted adviser. Andrew is known for his measured, pragmatic style and his ability to explain complex financial issues clearly and calmly to non-financial stakeholders.

• Chartered Accountant (FCA), KPMG-trained
• Extensive experience across media, telecoms, technology, publishing, professional services, and consultancy
• Specialist in restructuring, turnaround, and high-risk financial situations
• Strong expertise in cashflow management, forecasting, and covenant monitoring
• Experienced in fundraising, M&A, due diligence, and post-deal integration
• Proven ability to stabilise finance functions and mentor finance leaders
• Calm, credible, and pragmatic leadership style suited to pressured environments

Outside of work, Andrew is a keen reader and enjoys activities that provide balance and perspective. He previously played bass guitar in blues-rock bands and hopes to return to music when time allows. He also has a strong interest in industrial and transport history, particularly exploring London’s disused railway and Underground infrastructure, often combining this with good company and a well-earned drink.