Head of Finance

About Asad.

A passionate, extremely talented qualified accounting professional with highly developed technical and analytical skills accompanied by the ability to establish strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Commercially astute, with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, together with excellent communication skills that have been demonstrated in many contexts, with a reputation for `making things happen` and delivering results My career initially began at Costain Group plc where I joined as part of the Finance Graduate Programme.

I quickly gained a reputation for being very analytical, highly organized, and proactive and demonstrating an ability to remain calm and composed during times of stress and increased workload.

I occupied a number of important roles within the Finance function across the business including Divisional Finance Manager where I was consistently recognized as a high performer, inspiring trust and confidence in both my colleagues and senior finance leadership enabling the smooth execution of business activities.

Outside of work, I am absolutely mad about all things sport – especially football! I play regularly with my friends as well as always watching games live on the television or in person when I am able to get my hands on tickets. I also have a keen interest in Formula One, Tennis and Cricket.

A few quick questions.

  • First ever company car?

    Volkswagen Golf MK 7.

  • What behaviour or personality trait do you most attribute your success to, and why?

    Staying Calm Under Pressure – Allows me to think logically & rationally when it comes to solving problems effectively.

  • What energises you at work?

    Working with a fun and enthusiastic team.

  • Are you a morning person or a night owl?

    Night Owl.

  • If you could choose, who would your top 5 business mentors be?

    Sir Alex Ferguson, Toto Woolf, Richard Branson, Steve Jobs, Bill Gates.

  • Favourite Film?

    The Wolf of Wall Street.

  • Favourite holiday destination?

    Portugal & Croatia – Both beautiful places which I could never get tired of visiting.

  • What’s your biggest fears?

    Spiders.

  • What’s your favourite memory?

    My Graduation Day – Being the first in my family to go to university and graduate, it was a very proud day for my family and I.

  • If you could go back and spend one day with anyone, who would it be?

    My Father.