Gavin van der Pant

Gavin van der Pant is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in various sectors. Currently serving as Divisional Finance Director and Group Financial Controller at Halma p.l.c. since November 2008, Gavin oversees all financial and strategic aspects of a £300m turnover division, demonstrating expertise in acquisitions, tax planning, treasury management, and corporate governance. Previous roles include Finance Director at Abacus Group Plc, where responsibilities encompassed managing a £300m turnover finance function and overseeing banking and treasury operations, as well as Group Financial Controller for Orbis plc, focusing on financial operations across multiple countries. Early career experiences include positions at Ohmeda, BOC Group plc, and Ernst & Young, encompassing internal auditing and financial management. Gavin holds an ACA qualification from ICAEW and a Bachelor's degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from the University of Bristol.