Chris F.

Chris F. is an experienced finance professional specializing in payment operations and treasury management. Currently serving as the Lead Payment Operations Specialist at ESW since February 2022, Chris oversees performance management for Retail Partners in North America and EMEA, handling approximately 6 million transactions annually. Previously at L'Oréal, Chris held multiple roles, including Treasury Project Manager & Payments Analyst, where Chris led a global pilot for automatic reconciliation of eCommerce income and centralized payment processes. Chris also contributed to the Accounts Payable department by reducing late payments through advanced reporting techniques. Earlier experience includes project management at BAE Systems and roles in treasury analysis and EPOS management at RVS, further showcasing Chris's comprehensive skills in financial operations, forecasting, and stakeholder engagement. Chris holds an ACCA qualification and a BA Hons in Accountancy and Finance from the University of South Wales, along with credentials from the Merchant Risk Council.