Circle K Ireland has appointed Ann Kelly as its new finance and real estate director, it was announced this week.
Kelly will be taking over from Ciara Foxton, who was appointed managing director of the organisation in January.
Within her role, Kelly will be responsible for financial strategies, budgets and reporting.
She will also ensure the fiscal health of the company and ensure compliance for optimal organisational success.
Additionally, she will oversee the development and expansion of Circle K’s real estate footprint.
Kelly has a wealth of experience from working in Ireland and abroad.
Before joining Circle K in 2019, she undertook audit roles at PwC in both Ireland and Australia. She then served as finance manager at Australia’s leading retailer Coles Group.
Her most recent role in Circle K was as senior manager of financial planning and analysis, which she held for over two years.
New managing director Foxton welcomed the announcement of Kelly’s appointment.
Foxton said, “I am delighted to announce the promotion of Ann Kelly to her new role as finance and real estate director at Circle K.
“Ann brings a lot of experience and expertise to the role, and is a highly regarded leader in Circle K.”
She concluded by saying, “Congratulations Ann on this well-deserved promotion.”
Kelly holds a BA in management science and information studies from Trinity College Dublin.
She has a professional diploma in leadership and management from UCD Professional Academy and is a Fellow of Charted Accountant Ireland.
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