Paul Davey

Paul Davey is a seasoned finance professional with a strong background in the payments industry, currently serving as the CFO & Deputy CEO of Fire Financial Services Limited, operating under the brands Fire and fire.com.

With extensive experience in strategic business planning, Paul has held key roles in various organizations, including his prior position as the CFO of Realex Payments, which was later acquired by Global Payments.

Paul's educational journey includes a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from the National University of Ireland, Galway, ACA qualification from the Institute of Chartered Accountants Ireland, and completion of the Executive MBA program at UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School.

In addition, Paul has honed his skills through specialized programs such as studying Strategic Leadership for CFOs at Stanford University Graduate School of Business and obtaining the TMITI qualification from the Irish Taxation Institute.

Currently, in his role at Fire, Paul oversees financial operations and strategic initiatives, delivering digital accounts and innovative payment solutions to customers in the UK and Ireland, underpinned by a user-centric approach for an enhanced customer experience.

Prior to his current position, Paul has garnered experience at renowned organizations like Elavon Financial Services and PricewaterhouseCoopers, further solidifying his expertise in financial management and accounting.

As the Group CFO at Payvation Limited and former CFO of Realex Payments, Paul has demonstrated a strong aptitude for driving financial success and steering organizations towards growth and profitability.

Paul's diverse educational background and hands-on experience in the payments industry position him as a well-rounded finance professional with a proven track record of leadership and strategic financial management.