Catherine Arnold

Catherine Arnold is a qualified accountant and finance professional with extensive experience spanning over two decades. Currently serving as the Finance Chief Operating Officer and Head of Finance Strategy and Planning at Phoenix Group since April 2021, Catherine has previously held roles including Head of Finance Special Projects and Finance Manager at ReAssure, and Head of Financial Accounting and Strategic Procurement at Harper Adams University. Prior experience includes a decade at Deloitte, where Catherine was a Director and Assistant Director, specializing in fraud and regulatory forensic investigations, as well as dispute resolution. Early career roles included Project Accountant at MJ Gleeson Group plc, where responsibilities included managing ERP and procurement system implementations, and an audit position at Brebner Allen & Trapp. Catherine has eight years of forensic experience, highlighting a strong background in financial management and strategy.