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Kirsty Russell

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Group Financial Controller at Kitwave Wholesale Group
📍 Whitley Bay, England, United Kingdom

Kirsty Russell is a seasoned finance leader with a track record of scaling SaaS and software businesses. Educated at Newcastle University, she focuses on transforming finance into a strategic partner, guiding strategy and simplification. Her expertise includes private equity transitions, SaaS metrics, and investor relations.

Outside of her corporate roles, Kirsty is deeply involved in regional heritage and culture as a Non-Executive Director for Beamish Museum Trading Limited. She is passionate about contributing to the museums long-term strategic vision and future success, working alongside a diverse and dedicated team.

Unique fact: She holds a board member position at Beamish, one of the UKs most prominent open-air museums.

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Experience
23 Years
Current Role
Group Financial Controller
Job Level
Senior
Location
Whitley Bay, England, United Kingdom
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SaaS Business Scaling
Her professional profile highlights a track record of scaling SaaS and software companies, with a focus on metrics like ARR, churn, and LTV.
Strategic Finance
She emphasizes ensuring finance is a true strategic partner that delivers commercial insight, rather than just a reporting function.
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Career

Work history

2-2026
Group Financial Controller
Kitwave Wholesale Group
3-2025
Non Executive Director
BEAMISH MUSEUM TRADING LIMITED
11-2024 - 2-2026
VP Finance UKI
Hubexo
1-2024 - 11-2024
UK Group Head of Financial Control
Hubexo
1-2023 - 1-2024
Senior Group FP&A analyst
Johnson Matthey
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Education
2002 - 2005
ACA
ICAEW
1999 - 2002
Financial and Business Economics
Newcastle University
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