b'FINANCE DEPARTMENTDonna DedincaI joined the Kelly Group in November 2007 while studying for aWhatdoyouenjoymostabout BTEC in Business and Finance.working at Kelly Group? I began my career in the Purchase Ledger department and, after 11The supportive and collaborative years, transitioned into Management Accounts. environment. My journey into the finance industry was somewhat unexpected.T he company Whileworkingpart-timeinapreviousjob,akindcolleague mentioned a job opening in the finance department and encouraged me to apply. At the time, I was also studying for my BTEC, andvalues its despite having limited experience in finance, I decided to pursue the opportunity. I was offered a position in the Purchase Ledger team,employees and offers which allowed me to develop a solid foundation in accounting and finance. Initially, I balanced two jobs, but it was clear that financegrowth opportunities, was the path for me. My career has since flourished, proving that sometimes the best opportunities are the ones we least expect.as I have experienced Over my 17-year career in finance, I have achieved milestones I amfirsthand.deeply proud of. Starting in Purchase Ledger, my dedication and work ethic helped me progress into a role in Management Accounts.This culture of support and encouragement has been key to my A pivotal moment was embarking on my ACCA qualification afterprofessional success. 11 years at Kelly Group, which significantly enhanced my expertise and allowed me to contribute even more to the organisation. DuringOutside of work, I find joy and energy in spending time with my this time, I also embraced motherhood, raising three children whilefamily. My weekends are often filled with taking my boys to football continuing my professional developmenta balance that has beenmatches and supporting my daughter in her activities. This balance both challenging and rewarding.between work and family keeps me motivated and fulfilled.Miten ShahI joined Kelly Group in June 2006. Throughout my tenure, I haveto.Thesefactors,combinedwith held the positions of Senior Management Accountant and Financemy passion for what I do, keep Manager.me motivated every day.My involvement with the finance industry began back in 1990.Intermsofmilestonesand After completing my A Levels, I started working in an Accountancyachievements,Iamparticularly Practice in Kenya. While working, I decided to pursue CharteredproudoftheexperienceIhave Certified Accountancy, which set the foundation for my career ingainedthroughoutmycareer. finance. Startingasajuniorbookkeeper,Ihave steadily climbed the ranks. One of the most rewarding milestones What do you enjoy the most about working at Kelly Group?wasbeingappointedtoreplacetheoutgoingFinanceDirector in my previous company. This role allowed me to gain significant At Kelly Group, what I enjoy most is working with a good team, theexperience by overseeing not just the Finance department but also convenience of getting to work, and having a great boss to reportIT and Office Management.The Networker Issue 15 29.'