David James Smith

David James Smith is an experienced finance professional currently serving as CFO Practice Lead at Kinetic Consulting Ltd since May 2016, specializing in transforming finance organizations to drive tangible value through deep business understanding and financial expertise. Previously, David held key roles at Elizabeth Arden as Finance Vice President & International Controller, overseeing significant financial operations for the international business, and at Procter & Gamble in various capacities, including Associate Finance Director for Hair Care and Internal Controls Group Manager for Western Europe. David's career spans multiple finance functions, with substantial achievements in corporate structuring, compliance, and commercial finance. David holds a BA Hons in Economics from Durham University.