Ashleigh Barber

Ashleigh Barber is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis across various sectors. Currently serving as Finance Manager - Racing and Events at Melbourne Racing Club since April 2019, Ashleigh has successfully implemented streamlined forecasting processes and enhanced month-end close procedures. Previous roles include Finance Business Partner at Melbourne Racing Club, Budget and Forecasting Analyst at David Jones, and Senior Business Analyst at Coles, where responsibilities encompassed strategic financial insights, operational efficiency improvements, and management of budgeting processes. Earlier career highlights include impactful roles at Specialty Fashion Group and William Buck, culminating in a solid foundation with a Graduate Diploma in Accounting from Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Western Sydney University.