Patrick Brown Ca

Patrick Brown CA is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in various leadership roles. Currently serving as a Board Member and Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee at Creative Scotland since August 2023, and Head of Finance at Police Scotland since February 2023, Patrick has previously held significant positions including Deputy Director of Finance at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and Head of Management Accounting at the Department for International Development (DFID). With a solid background in financial management, audit, and accounting, Patrick has led crucial financial cycles and managed substantial fiscal responsibilities, including the preparation of departmental reports and accounts. Additional experience includes senior accountancy roles at Robb Ferguson Chartered Accountants and as Company Accountant at United Casting (Extras) Ltd. Education credentials encompass a Chartered Accountant designation from ICAS, an Executive Education degree from Hult Ashridge, and ongoing participation in the CFO leadership academy.