Capital markets services provider Options Technology today announced the promotion of Claire McKillen to Vice President, Financial Controller.
The appointment follows the promotion of Laura McCann to Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and is the next stage in the company’s long-term strategy to build a world-class finance team to serve the global business from its Belfast office.
Claire McKillen started her career with Options in November 2017, initially as a Group Accountant. Then, in May 2022, she was appointed to the position of Chief Financial Officer, paving the way for her current promotion to Vice President, Financial Controller. During this time he gained extensive experience working with Private Equity, global audit and held key roles in the deals and integrations teams during the ABRY investment and the integration of Fixnetix and Activ Financial.
Prior to her tenure at Options, Ms. McKillen held senior roles at PWC, honing her skills in the dynamic professional services sector.
Claire McKillen commented:
“I am truly honored to be appointed to the position of Vice President, Financial Controller at Options. Watching the remarkable growth of Options and the amazing team here in Belfast has been an incredibly rewarding experience. I am excited to play a key role in this next critical phase of expansion and growth.”
Today’s news also follows the company’s announcement of 200 new jobs in Belfast and the company’s milestone of 30 years.