Tom Gilbert
Group CFO @Rent Connect
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Group CFO @Rent Connect
As Group CFO, I drive the strategic financial and commercial leadership of Rent Connect, ensuring that finance is not just a control function but a growth engine for the business. My role spans strategy, investment, and operations — aligning financial performance with long-term vision.Key Achievements & Responsibilities:Shaping and executing Rent Connect’s growth strategy, enabling expansion into new regions and service linesLeading financial planning, forecasting, and scenario modelling to guide decision-making at board levelDriving automation and system improvements, including No-Code and Monday.com solutions, to deliver 500% efficiency gains across reporting and operationsPartnering with the CEO and leadership team on M&A activity, exit planning, and due diligence to secure sustainable growth opportunitiesBuilding investor and stakeholder confidence through transparent reporting and risk management frameworksChampioning a finance culture that balances compliance and governance with innovation and agility
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ABOUT TOM GILBERT
As Group CFO at Rent Connect, I’ve built and led finance functions that not only keep organisations stable but also create room for innovation and scale. From future-proofing housing solutions to introducing automation that saves hundreds of hours, I focus on making finance a driver of opportunity.Over the last decade, I’ve progressed from accounts assistant to CFO, gaining experience across logistics, media, and housing. Along the way, I’ve:Delivered financial strategy across UK and European sites, driving cost efficiencies and sharper forecastingBuilt scalable finance processes that support multi-site, high-growth operationsImplemented No-Code and automation tools to streamline reporting and decision-makingPartnered with leadership teams to navigate risk, secure growth funding, and build sustainable business modelsWhat sets me apart is blending technical finance expertise with a forward-thinking approach to systems and strategy. I enjoy helping organisations grow faster, make better decisions, and stay resilient in unpredictable markets.If you’re looking for a finance leader who can balance day-to-day control with long-term vision, let’s connect.
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