Cathy Admasu

Cathy Admasu has a diverse work experience spanning over 20 years. Most recently, they worked as a Group Management Accountant at Curtis Banks starting in June 2020. Before that, they were a Financial Controller at Handelsbanken in the UK from June 2018 to May 2020, where they played a key role in reporting and analysis of financial statements and supported strategic initiatives.

Prior to Handelsbanken, Cathy worked at TSB Bank from 2012 to 2018 in various roles. Cathy served as an Analysis & Insights Manager from November 2015 to June 2018, focusing on analyzing costs and providing insightful analysis to senior management. Before that, they were a Loans Planning & Forecasting Manager from December 2012 to November 2015, responsible for forecasting loan performance and presenting forecasts to directors.

Cathy also has experience in the telecom industry, having worked as a Commercial Accountant at BT from July 2011 to November 2012. Cathy supported the Finance Director in understanding product and channel profitability and ensuring the accuracy of financial processes.

In addition, Cathy has experience in consultancy. In 2011, they worked as the Head of Reporting Development at Gower Furniture Ltd, where they improved financial reporting and trained staff members.

Earlier in their career, Cathy worked as a Finance Manager at Bradford & Bingley from April 2004 to July 2010, where they were involved in cost base reviews and due diligence processes. Cathy also worked as a Finance Manager at WYSS - NHS Finance from August 2003 to March 2004, managing the Accounts Payable team and providing support with complex queries.

Cathy started their career as a Group Accountant at Thistle Hotels from September 2002 to July 2003, where they focused on hotel profitability and contract analysis. Cathy also worked as a Commercial Manager at Ventura from 2000 to 2002, where they played a similar role in hotel contract analysis.

Overall, Cathy Admasu has a strong background in finance and accounting, with experience in financial analysis, forecasting, cost control, and strategic initiatives. Cathy has worked in a variety of industries, including banking, telecom, consultancy, and hospitality.

Cathy Admasu's education history begins with their completion of a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from the University of St Andrews, which they attended from 1989 to 1993. Later on, they pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Business Administration from the University of West London, during the period between 1996 and 1998. Lastly, in the year 2009 to 2010, they attended Partners in Management, where they obtained a diploma from the Chartered Institute of Management, with a focus on Strategic Management.