Benjamin Lighting

Benjamin Lighting is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in leadership roles across multiple industries. Currently serving as the Group Financial Controller at Ricoh Europe since May 2020, Benjamin oversees a team of 40, managing over 40 operating legal entities and 20 corporate structures. Prior experience includes Group Finance Director at Le Pain Quotidien, where Benjamin led financial operations for a $300 million revenue casual dining chain, and Head of Commercial Sales at Benteler Trading International, focused on business development. Benjamin's tenure at SABMiller spanned over a decade, culminating in roles such as Commercial Finance Director for SABMiller Poland, where Benjamin significantly contributed to revenue growth and operational efficiencies. Earlier career highlights include positions at IBM and PwC, specializing in financial management consulting and audit services. Benjamin holds an ACA qualification from ICAEW and a BSc with honors in Chemistry from the University of Exeter.