New CFO appointed for eg solutions
STAFFORDSHIRE software group, eg solutions, has confirmed the appointment of a new Chief Financial Officer.
Jonathan Walton Kay takes up his new role at the back office optimisation specialist with immediate effect.
The company has also announced the departure of Paul Hoban, who has resigned as a director after seven years with the business. He will remain with the group for the remainder of his notice period.
Kay, aged 45 years, has over 20 years’ experience in senior finance and operational roles, primarily within companies in the technology sector. He joins eg solutions from Trustmarque, where he was interim CFO. Prior to this, he was CFO and Operational Director for Cheshire & Merseyside Commissioning Support Unit. In 2012, Kay was Chief Financial Officer for Logica UK and from 2004 to 2012, Chief Financial Officer at Vertex UK, part of Vertex Data Sciences.
Commenting on the appointment, Elizabeth Gooch, acting CEO of eg solutions, said: “The last 12 months has been a period of significant growth and reinvestment to support our strategy for 2015 and beyond.
“We have strengthened the board and senior management team, and with this in mind, I’m delighted to welcome Jonathan who has a significant experience within the technology industry. Jonathan has been recruited as a business partner with financial expertise to work alongside me in developing our team to drive profitable growth.
“I would also like to thank Paul for his dedication and commitment to the company over the past seven years and wish him every success for the future.”
Duncan McIntyre, Chairman of eg solutions added: “This is a critical appointment for eg and we are delighted that Jonathan will be joining us. We have a substantial growth opportunity and Jonathan’s appointment is an important step in positioning the Group to maximise its potential.”
