Rachel Grimes

Rachel Grimes AM FCA FCPA FIPA is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in leadership roles within the accounting and financial sectors. As the Non-Executive Director at Digital Finance CRC and the Director at the Accounting Professional & Ethical Standards Board since January 2019, Rachel also serves as the Chair of the Finance and Risk Committee at Surfing Australia. In a prominent position as the Chief Financial Officer of Westpac Group's Technology division, Rachel drives financial management across technology investments. With a successful background in mergers and acquisitions, Rachel was a co-lead in significant transactions at Westpac Group and held key roles including Past President and Deputy President of the International Federation of Accountants, showcasing a commitment to advancing the accounting profession globally. Rachel's educational credentials include a Chartered Accountant designation and a Bachelor of Business in Accounting from the University of Technology Sydney.