Chris West

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Transactional Finance Manager at Redgate Software

Swavesey, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Chris West is a Chartered Accountant (ACA) and the Transactional Finance Manager at Redgate Software. His career is built on a strong foundation in auditing, having held several roles including Audit Manager at EY. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Essex.

Beyond his finance career, Chris is a dedicated and high-level sports official. He serves as an International Korfball Referee for the International Korfball Federation and has recently been promoted to the elite level, officiating at world championships and other major international finals.

Chris was appointed as the main referee for the International Korfball Federation Under 19 World Korfball Championship Final.

Personality Overview

Optimistic

Amiable & Agreeable

Story Driven

They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word.  Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials. They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional.

Topics They Care About

International Korfball
He is an Elite Level International Referee who has officiated World Games and Korfball Champions League finals, showing a deep, long-term commitment.
Transactional Finance
As the Transactional Finance Manager for Redgate Software, he is directly responsible for the company's key financial operations.
Financial Auditing
His background includes several years at EY, culminating in the role of Audit Manager, giving him extensive expertise in this area.

Media Appearances

Chris has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2022
Transactional Finance Manager at Redgate Software
1-2020
International Korfball Referee at International Korfball Federation
10-2019 - 10-2021
Audit Manager at EY
10-2018 - 9-2019
Audit Assistant Manager at EY
1-2016 - 9-2018
Audit Senior at EY

Education

2012 - 2015
Chartered Accountant (ACA) from ICAEW
2006 - 2009
Bachelor of Arts - BA from University of Essex

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Exp : 13 Location : Swavesey, England, United Kingdom Job Level : Middle Designation : Transactional Finance Manager at Redgate Software
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Insights For Selling To Chris

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Refer to interesting customer testimonials and stress on great customer experience
  • Compliment them about their personality if you get a chance
  • Ask them how their day is going or exchange some other pleasantries

DONT's

  • Don’t be too formal with them, they trust informality more
  • Don't be critical or challenge them openly, they can react defensively
  • Don’t push them for a direct ‘no’, take lack of ‘yes’ as ‘no’ after some time

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Chris is

  • Relationship and rapport are valuable for them, but so is proven product value.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Chris

  • They will hardly ever say a direct no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Chris move?

  • Even when they are constantly engaged, they do not reach decisions quickly.
  • Can Chris take some risk or not?

  • They can take some low-probability risks if needed.

You And Chris

Personality Compatibility


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