James Gray

James Gray is a seasoned financial executive with extensive experience in transformational leadership and financial management. Currently serving as Chief Financial Officer and Head of Transformation at Downer Professional Services since March 2020, responsibilities include overseeing the comprehensive transformation of systems and processes alongside financial accountability. Previous roles include Director of Finance and Accounting at BGIS, and Chief Financial Officer Australasia at International SOS, where accountability extended to finance and IT matters. Notable achievements include successfully negotiating a settlement with the ATO on Transfer Pricing, leading the financial strategy for multi-million dollar projects, and managing substantial financial operations in various industries. James has a robust educational background as a Chartered Accountant from ICAEW and foundational studies in Accountancy from Kingston University.