Philippa Ellis

Philippa Ellis has over 30 years of experience in finance and accounting. Philippa is currently working as the Head of Finance at PiLON Ltd since September 2022. Prior to this, they served as the Deputy Financial Controller at OptaSense from September 2018 to September 2022. At OptaSense, they were responsible for ensuring compliance with audit requirements and legal entities focused on Business Project Revenue Recognition.

Before their role at OptaSense, Philippa worked at QinetiQ for over 17 years. Their roles at QinetiQ included Finance Manager, Finance Reporting Manager, Deputy Financial Controller, and Financial Controller. In these roles, they were responsible for accurate and timely reporting, balance sheet reporting, management accounting, and budgeting and forecasting. Philippa also had experience in leading teams and coordinating business requirements with other stakeholders.

Before joining QinetiQ, Philippa worked at BAE Systems as a Senior Project Accountant from 1996 to 2001. Philippa started their career as an Accounts Assistant at Sedgwick in 1993 and also worked as an Accounts Assistant at Forte Hotels from 1988 to 1992.

Overall, Philippa Ellis has a strong background in finance and accounting, with experience in various roles and industries.

Philippa Ellis attended BPP University, where they pursued a field of study in ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants). Philippa also attended Wilson Marriage School, although the specific field of study or degree pursued is unknown. Philippa has also obtained a certification in ACCA from the institution. No further details regarding the start and end years of their education or the month and year of obtaining the ACCA certification are provided.