Melissa Hill

Melissa Hill is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in the advertising industry. Currently serving as COO and Partner at Bastion Shine since January 2016, Melissa previously held key finance roles such as Finance Director at Y&R NZ and Clemenger BBDO, where responsibilities included managing financial aspects, ensuring compliance with accounting regulations, and optimizing revenue systems. As National CFO at Leo Burnett, Melissa achieved record margins for the Sydney office and restructured the finance department to improve reporting accuracy. With a background that includes roles at multiple agencies and a strong educational foundation in Mathematics and Education from The University of Auckland, Melissa has consistently driven financial performance and operational efficiency throughout their career.