Clive Emerson

Chief Financial Officer

Professional Overview
Clive Emerson is an accomplished finance executive with over 25 years of experience across diverse industries. As the Chief Financial Officer at the Association of Corporate Treasurers, he is responsible for overseeing the organization's financial strategy, operations, and reporting to drive sustainable growth and organizational excellence.

Experience Summary

Current Role
Clive has served as the Chief Financial Officer at the Association of Corporate Treasurers since March 2020. In this role, he is responsible for leading the finance function, ensuring financial compliance, and supporting the strategic decision-making of the organization. Under his leadership, the Association has maintained a strong financial position and enhanced its financial reporting capabilities.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Clive held the position of Chief Financial Officer at Help for Heroes, a leading military charity, from 2014 to 2020. In this role, he played a pivotal part in strengthening the organization's financial management and driving operational efficiencies. Before that, Clive served as the Finance Director-Midway Europe at Merlin Entertainments Group, where he was instrumental in the group's expansion and financial performance in the region.

Clive's earlier career included roles as the Group Financial Controller at Natures Way Foods, a leading food manufacturer, as well as various finance positions at Vodafone, both in the UK and Egypt, and Motorola.

Academic Background
Clive holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance from the University of Bristol. He is also a qualified Chartered Accountant, having completed his training and supervision at Ernst & Young.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial management and reporting

• Strategic financial planning and analysis

• Treasury and cash flow optimization

• Merger and acquisition integration

• Financial compliance and risk management

• Leadership and team development

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Clive has demonstrated a track record of driving financial excellence and operational improvements. At Help for Heroes, he played a key role in enhancing the organization's financial sustainability and transparency, ensuring efficient resource allocation and donor accountability. At Merlin Entertainments Group, Clive's financial stewardship contributed to the group's successful expansion and improved profitability in the Midway Europe region.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience in financial management, strategic planning, and organizational leadership, Clive Emerson is a highly valued asset to the Association of Corporate Treasurers. He continues to drive financial optimization, enhance decision-making, and contribute to the overall success of the organization.