Tom joined AmicusHorizon one of Southern Housing's predecessor organisations as Treasury Director in 2012. He was promoted to Southern Housing's Executive Team in December 2022 with responsibility for treasury, integration and technology.
Tom commented: “Southern Housing is a super organisation which does vital work to provide homes for people who need them.
I’m honoured to be asked to take on this role and look forward to building on Sarah's legacy of strong financial control and excellent stakeholder relations, and to delivering on our financial strategy.”
Sarah Smith added: "There's no one I'd rather hand over to than Tom. We've worked closely together for more than a decade and I know Southern Housing will be in safe hands with Tom as CFO.
He led our treasury strategy and financial planning, is extremely able, and is respected by colleagues and stakeholders alike."
Paul Hackett, Southern Housing's CEO said: "I'm delighted that Tom will follow Sarah as Southern's next CFO. I would like to thank Sarah for 16 years of steering our finances with skill and integrity. I couldn't think of a better successor than Tom.
His appointment allows for a smooth transition, with Sarah reducing her hours from May 2025 until our financial statements are signed off later in the year. Tom will become CFO designate in May and CFO on Sarah's retirement.”
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