Mat Cooling Fcpfa

Mat Cooling FCPFA is an accomplished professional in risk consulting and governance, currently serving as Director of Risk Consulting for Forvis Mazars in the UK and as an Independent Member on the Audit and Risk Assurance Committee for Ofwat. With extensive experience across various sectors, Mat has held key roles such as Partner at Cervus Plus Consulting LLP, delivering risk and assurance services to educational institutions, and Director of Audit, Risk and Assurance at the University of Surrey, overseeing a multidisciplinary team. As a Board Trustee for Aster Foundation and an Independent Committee Member for Aster Group UK, Mat demonstrates a strong commitment to public service and governance. Additionally, Mat contributes to the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors as a trainer and has held positions on multiple audit committees, enhancing organizational compliance and risk management frameworks. Educational qualifications include a degree in Economics, Politics, and Public Policy from Goldsmiths, University of London, and a Chartered Public Finance Accountant designation from CIPFA.