Finance Connect: Navigating Career Development in Finance
17th July 2025
Guest Speaker: Andy Murray, Financial Controller
About the Event:
Join us for the launch of our Finance Connect series – a space for up-and-coming finance professionals to connect, learn, and grow.
In this first session, we’re joined by Andy Murray, an award-winning finance leader and trustee of the AAT Council. Through a mix of personal experience and practical advice, Andy will guide us through key topics to help shape your finance career.
About Andy Murray:
Award-winning finance leader, trustee, and vocal advocate for mental health, ED&I and LGBTQ+ inclusion, Andy is on a mission to support the next generation of finance talent.
A qualified FMAAT and AATQB, currently working towards CGMA, Andy’s career spans hands-on finance leadership, board level governance, and high impact mentoring. He’s been featured in AAT and PQ Magazines, appeared on finance podcasts, and was the youngest ever member to join the AAT Council as a Trustee!
Expect practical career advice, honest reflections, and actionable tips on everything from studying and mentoring to team leadership.
Session Breakdown:
Studies & Early Career
Andy’s top tips for balancing study, work, and life – plus how his qualification journey shaped his career today.
Mentoring & Being Mentored
How to find (and be) a great mentor – and why mentoring relationships can transform your development.
Team Management & Leadership
Leading by example – insights on building trust, empowering teams, and stepping up into leadership roles.
Why Attend?
- Learn from someone who’s been where you are – and made real impact
- Get actionable career advice
- Connect with others on the same journey