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Manuel Mitchell

Chief Financial Officer

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Years at GlobalCert:

19 Years

Years in the Industry:

30 Years

Awards:

2022

Boston Magazine’s “100 Most Influential People in Boston”

2021

Person of the Year Award – USA Construction Association

2020

Honorary Doctor of Business Administration, Curry College

2018

Community Leader Award – USA Construction Association

Professional Summary

Seasoned financial executive with over 20 years of experience in financial management, corporate finance, and strategic planning within the certification and professional services industry. Known for strong financial leadership, risk management expertise, and delivering sustainable profitability in complex, multi-national environments. Adept at aligning financial strategy with business growth and ensuring regulatory compliance in all jurisdictions.

Core Competencies

  • Corporate Finance & Strategic Planning

  • Financial Risk Management & Compliance

  • Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Reporting

  • International Taxation & Regulatory Compliance

  • Mergers, Acquisitions & Corporate Restructuring

  • Financial Control Systems & Audit Oversight

  • Stakeholder Engagement & Board Reporting

  • Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Professional Experience

GlobalCert (UK) — London, United Kingdom
Chief Financial Officer (2016 — Present)

  • Lead the company’s global financial operations, overseeing budgeting, financial reporting, and corporate finance strategies

  • Developed financial models supporting international expansion to over 50 countries

  • Implemented robust risk management frameworks aligned with global certification industry standards

  • Managed financial compliance with international regulatory bodies and tax authorities

  • Led financial integration during accreditation acquisitions and strategic partnerships

GlobalCert (UK) — London, United Kingdom
Group Financial Controller (2011 — 2016)

  • Directed financial control functions, reporting to the CFO and Board of Directors

  • Developed consolidated financial statements for multi-national operations

  • Established internal audit systems and compliance reporting structures

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) — London, United Kingdom
Senior Financial Analyst (Audit & Advisory) (2005 — 2011)

  • Provided audit and financial advisory services to Fortune 500 clients, including firms in compliance and certification industries

  • Specialized in financial risk assessment, audit planning, and corporate tax advisory

Education

Master of Science (MSc) in Finance & Accounting
London School of Economics — UK (2004)

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Accounting & Finance
University of Edinburgh — UK (2002)

Certifications & Training

  • Chartered Accountant (ACA), Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)

  • Certified Risk Manager (CRM)

  • Executive Finance Leadership Program — London Business School

Professional Affiliations

  • Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)

  • Member of the Association of Corporate Treasurers (ACT), UK