Ben Kynaston is the Group Finance Director at G. A Group, with over eight years of financial leadership experience. An ICAEW-qualified Chartered Accountant, he specializes in strategic planning, M&A due diligence, and working capital optimization across international businesses. He is an alumnus of Sir Joseph Williamsons Mathematical School.
His career is rooted in the global advertising and media industry, with prior finance management roles at giants like WPP, BBDO Worldwide, and IPG Mediabrands.
Ben Kynaston
Group Finance Director at G.A Group
London, England, United Kingdom
Overview
Topics They Care About
Strategic Finance
Leads strategic financial planning and transaction support to drive sustainable growth and long-term value for the G. A Group.
M&A Transactions
Possesses deep experience in M&A due diligence, a core part of his background and current responsibilities in a leadership role.
Operational Performance
Focuses on working capital optimisation and strengthening governance to improve operational performance across the group's international businesses.
Media Appearances
Ben has no verified media appearances
Work History
4-2024
Group Finance Director at G.A Group
10-2023 - 3-2024
Group Financial Controller at G.A Group
9-2022 - 10-2023
Regional Finance Manager at WPP
3-2021 - 9-2022
Country Finance Manager at BBDO Worldwide
4-2019 - 3-2021
Finance Manager at IPG Mediabrands UK
10-2012 - 4-2019
Audit Senior at BDO
Education
2014 - 2017
ACA from ICAEW
Education details unavailable from Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School
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Location : London, England, United Kingdom
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Group Finance Director at G.A Group
