Wayne Blanch

Wayne Blanch has extensive work experience in finance and accounting roles. Wayne currently serves as the Head of Finance at Australian Associated Press (AAP) since December 2020. Prior to that, they worked as a Special Contractor at RACE for 2030 from October to November 2020. From January to April 2020, Blanch held the position of Chief Financial Officer at Fat Prophets, where they managed financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and statutory financial reporting, among other responsibilities.

Before joining Fat Prophets, Blanch held various positions at Access Macquarie Ltd, including Chief Executive Officer from May 2018 to March 2019, Chief Operating Officer from February 2014 to May 2018, and Chief Financial Officer from October 2011 to January 2014. Wayne also served as the Chief Financial Officer at Infraworks Rail from May 2010 to July 2011.

Blanch's earlier work experience includes roles such as General Manager - Finance and Carbon Compliance at Fieldforce Services from March 2005 to March 2010 and General Manager Finance at UXC Limited from 2001 to 2003.

Starting their career in the 1990s, Blanch has also worked as a Financial Controller at Cellsites International from 1999 to 2001, Group Accounting Manager at Powertel Telecomunicacoes from 1995 to 1999, and Head Office Accountant at Thakral Holdings Group in 1993-1994.

Overall, Wayne Blanch has a strong background in finance, accounting, and executive positions, with a focus on financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial recommendations.

Wayne Blanch's education history is as follows:

From 2002 to 2003, Wayne attended the CPA Australia Program where they pursued a degree in CPA (Certified Public Accountant) with a focus on Accounting and Finance.

Between 1996 and 2001, Wayne attended the University of South Australia, where they earned a Bachelor of Accounting degree (B Acct). Their field of study was Accounting.

From 1979 to 1984, Wayne completed their high school education at Killara High. Although no specific degree or field of study was mentioned during this time, it can be assumed that Wayne completed their High School Certificate (HSC), which is a standard qualification in Australia.