Jack Callaghan
Head of Finance @Boatfolk
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WORK HISTORY
Head of Finance @Boatfolk
Private Equity Transaction & Financial Leadership (2024–2025)I played a key role in the financial workstream during the sale of Boatfolk Group to Premier Marinas, supporting a successful private equity exit. I prepared and reviewed detailed financial information and worked with external due diligence advisors to produce financial reliance reports for prospective buyers. I collaborated closely with corporate finance advisors, auditors and legal teams to deliver accurate and timely dataroom outputs throughout buyer Q&A. Throughout the transaction I maintained financial control, operational stability and team engagement while meeting all reporting deadlines.Strategic Planning & Commercial FinanceI developed financial models and business plans for new ventures and major capex projects, directly informing board-level strategic decisions. I implemented a performance measurement framework linking operational KPIs to financial outcomes, strengthening accountability and improving decision-making across the group.Procurement & Cost SavingsI led procurement of group contracts, securing favourable rates. I in-housed P11D reporting to reduce external adviser costs and delivered a strategic sourcing initiative that consolidated suppliers and reduced procurement spend by up to 25%.Process Improvement, Controls & AutomationI introduced variable direct debit collections to improve cashflow visibility and reduce debtor days. I led the implementation of a new operational system that enhanced process efficiency, reporting capability and customer experience. I also automated invoice processing to improve accuracy and reduce administrative costs by 20%.Financial Reporting & Team DevelopmentI enhanced financial reporting accuracy and shortened the month-end close by three days. I mentored and developed a finance team of seven, contributing to the team winning the “Most Outstanding Finance Team of the Year” award at the 2024 SME Growth 100 Awards.
EDUCATION
University of Reading
BSc Economics
University of Reading
Award for Academic Excellence
SKILLS
ABOUT JACK CALLAGHAN
I’m a commercially driven finance leader (ACA, CTA) with over a decade of experience across finance, tax and strategy. As Head of Finance at Boatfolk Marina Group, I play a key role in shaping financial strategy, driving performance improvement and supporting long-term growth.I bring a strong blend of technical expertise and commercial insight, with a track record of leading change, strengthening financial disciplines and developing high-performing teams that deliver results.Most recently, I was a key contributor to the successful private equity sale of the Boatfolk Group to Premier Marinas in September 2025 — a landmark transaction confirming the group as the UK’s leading marina operator.
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