Patrick Kearney
Senior Consultant @Ayming
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Consultant @Ayming
Led multi-million-pound R&D tax claims across multiple industries, including high-profile projects in the construction and food sectors, for companies with revenues exceeding • Developed and implemented a new R&D claims methodology for a £900m food client, resulting in a 50% increase in overall claim value by identifying previously overlooked R&D costs• Designed a real-time R&D tracking tool for a construction firm, reducing claim processing time by 30% and improving financial forecasting accuracy• Advised CFOs and CTOs on R&D tax strategies, shaping multi-million-pound investment decisions and ensuring compliance with evolving regulations• Defended R&D tax claims during HMRC audits, by applying in-depth tax regulation knowledge and technical expertise to resolve complex issues and ensure full compliance• Mentored and trained 5+ new hires and junior staff, leading internal training sessions on technical writing and financial modelling skills
EDUCATION
The University of Manchester
Master of Chemical Engineering with Honours - MEng
ABOUT PATRICK KEARNEY
As a Senior Consultant at Ayming UK, I lead complex financial and technical engagements focused on innovation investment and regulatory strategy. My work spans the construction and food sectors, supporting multi-billion-pound businesses in analysing innovation spend, modelling financial outcomes, and strengthening commercial positions under regulatory scrutiny.I specialise in structured financial analysis, cost modelling, and risk assessment, partnering closely with CFOs and senior leadership teams to evaluate innovation expenditure and improve reporting and forecasting processes. I have led multi-million-pound engagements end-to-end, delivering measurable impact through improved forecasting accuracy, process optimisation, and methodology redesign.Alongside client delivery, I mentor junior analysts and contribute to the development of internal modelling standards and analytical best practices.I hold a First-Class MEng in Chemical Engineering from the University of Manchester, where I developed a strong quantitative foundation and disciplined approach to problem solving.
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