Helen Heaton

Helen Heaton is a seasoned professional in finance and technology with extensive experience in various leadership roles. Currently serving as an IBM Planning Analytics Senior Solution Architect at Budgeting Solutions, an IBM Gold Business Partner, Helen also works as a Freelance Project Manager at Helio Intelligent Business Solutions and an IBM Planning Analytics Consultant at Bensons for Beds. Previous positions include Finance and IT Director at TOPGRADE SPORTSWEAR LIMITED, Project Manager and Interim Financial Controller at Carillion, and Head of Accounting Operations at Marks and Spencer. Helen's career began as an Audit Senior at Arthur Andersen & Co. and includes significant responsibilities in corporate planning and financial management across various organizations. Educational qualifications include a BEng in Electronics and Optoelectronic Engineering from The University of Manchester and ACA Chartered Accountancy from FTC Manchester.