Andrew Phillips is an experienced commercial manager with a strong background in financial oversight within the coal industry. Currently serving as the Commercial Manager at Whitehaven Coal since November 2021, Andrew has previously held various commercial and financial roles at Centennial Coal from September 2007 to May 2021. Earlier experience includes positions as Financial Controller at Xstrata Queensland Limited and Group Commercial Manager for the Western Region at Centennial Coal. With a foundational role as Commercial Manager and Company Secretary at Springvale Coal Pty Ltd, Andrew oversaw accounting and administrative matters. Andrew holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance from the University of Technology Sydney, a Postgraduate Degree in Accounting from the CPA Australia Program, and multiple educational qualifications from INSEAD and other institutions.