Acma Andrew Ridgway Msc

Andrew Ridgway MSc, ACMA has extensive work experience in finance and accounting across various companies. Andrew currently holds the position of Global Finance Director at Lightsource bp, where they oversee the financial operations on a global scale. Prior to this role, they served as the Financial Director at the same company.

Before joining Lightsource bp, Ridgway worked at National Grid as the Head of Investment Accounting for three years. In this role, they were responsible for managing investment accounting activities.

At Severn Trent, Ridgway held multiple positions including Planning, Performance & Investment Manager, Acting Head of Estates Management, and Senior Finance Business Partner (UK & Ireland). These roles allowed him to gain experience in strategic planning, performance management, and finance business partnering.

Ridgway also gained valuable experience at National Grid, where they served as the Capex Forecasting & Reporting Manager and Finance Business Partner. In these positions, they led a team, handled accounting control and compliance, and provided financial guidance for various projects.

Earlier in their career, Ridgway worked at RWE npower as the Nuclear And Asset Development Accountant, where they were responsible for financial activities related to asset development and generation options. Andrew also served as the Mid Markets Forecasting Manager and SME Commercial Accountant at npower, as well as the Commercial Analyst at Marston's PLC.

Ridgway's career began at npower as a Data Analyst, where they gained valuable experience in data analysis.

Overall, Ridgway's work experience showcases their expertise in financial management, investment accounting, strategic planning, and business partnering.

Andrew Ridgway holds a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Economic Development from The University of Salford, which they obtained from 2000 to 2002. Andrew has also obtained the ACMA certification from CIMA in April 2008. From 2005 to 2007, Andrew Ridgway attended ACMA, although the specific degree name and field of study are not provided.