b'FINANCE DEPARTMENTLong-Serving Staff within Kelly Groups Finance Deptartment Richard Hill I originally joined the company in January 1995, with a break fromthe feeling of being part of the 2006 to 2009 to travel during my 40th year. family here at Kelly Group, and Ive always been surrounded by My career here has mostly been within the Accounts Department,a fantastic team. My motivation focusing on credit control and sales ledger. However, I also spentis to see the company continue timeasaFleetManagerinDunstablefrom2009to2012,to thrive and maintain its position managing the vehicle needs and practices for one of our clients,as a market leader.McGinleys.I initially worked in Export Sales, but an ex-manager of mine saw potential in my skills and invited me to join the KellyWhat do you enjoy most about working at Kelly Group, and what Group. Ive never looked back since! keeps you motivated? What are the key milestones or achievements in your career thatIm grateful to be part of the Kelly Group family, where Ive always you are most proud of? beensurroundedbyanamazingteam.Mydriveistoseethe company continue to thrive, grow, and maintain its leadership in Im proud of the role Ive played in the companys significant growththe market.over the years and like to think my work speaks for itself. I love Martina OGormanI began my career at Kelly Group on 4th January 2000, so Immeetings,andIwasfortunate now approaching 25 years of service. enoughtomeettheQueen Mother during my time there.My initial role was as a management accountant at Head Office in Harrow. Back then, many processes were manual, requiring aOvertheyears,Ihavehad very hands-on approach. Cheques were handwritten for suppliersthepleasureofworkingwith and staff, and spreadsheets were abundant. I worked with majorwonderful people at Kelly Group, contractssuchasNTL,WorldCom,Serco,andMoneyGram some of whom are no longer with companies that todays tech giants have since superseded. Whetherus. During my initial interview, my boss workingwithmanualprocessesoradaptingtoERPsystems,emphasised that everyone, from the cleaner to the CEO, is treated this role has been rewarding and fulfilling. I take pride in being awith the same respect. This principle has held true throughout my dedicated team member, and my daily interactions with colleaguescareer, and I feel blessed to be a part of it. at all levels have enriched my knowledge and strengthened my commitment to Kelly Group professional growth.As Kelly Groups first management accountant, I gained extensiveT he culture at Kelly Group knowledge of all the contracts, especially our in-house company,is like an extended family.Kelly Fleet. Over the years, Ive also had the opportunity to train numerous new recruits.What do you enjoy outsdie of working for Kelly Group?Although I initially studied Computer Science at college, I soon realised that my true calling was in finance. I have worked acrossOutside of work, Ive had the chance to live in North America variousindustriesinLondon,fromconstructiontocompanyand Australia. Last year, I explored much of Irelands Wild Atlantic trademarks and formations, and even at the National FederationWay by campervana truly spectacular experienceand I hope of Womens Institutes (NFWI), a well-known charity. At NFWI,to complete this journey before retiring to a warmer climate in a IbecametheSeniorFinanceOfficer,holdingmonthlyandfew years. I also enjoy attending concerts, especially for up-and-annual meetings with the Board of Trustees. The late Queen andcoming artists. I write poetry and have even dabbled in songwriting, Queen Mother, both founding members, attended some of theseand I look forward to writing much more in the future.28 .The Networker Issue 15'