Colum Colbert

Colum Colbert, in his current role as Senior Manager Disbursements and Financial Controller at Flutter Entertainment Plc, plays a pivotal role in shaping the company's financial infrastructure and ensuring robust disbursement processes across the global organization. With responsibility for the design, delivery, and management of Flutter’s policies, systems, and processes related to procurement and supplier risk management (SRPM), Colum oversees a complex and dynamic landscape that supports Flutter’s position as the world’s largest bookmaker and online gaming provider. His expertise extends to developing and implementing internal controls that safeguard the company’s financial integrity, while ensuring compliance with external audit standards and industry regulations.

Leading an international team of 20 professionals, including both permanent staff and external consultants, Colum drives initiatives that optimize procurement workflows, enhance supplier performance management, and mitigate supplier-related risks. His proficiency with ERP systems like Hyperion and Concur enables seamless account reconciliation, financial reporting, and management of disbursements, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across multiple jurisdictions. Colum’s strategic focus on integrating financial controls with operational processes supports Flutter’s rapid growth and innovation in a highly regulated industry.

Key projects under his leadership include the implementation of automated disbursement systems to streamline payments, the development of comprehensive supplier risk assessment frameworks, and the enhancement of procurement policies aligned with industry best practices. His expertise in financial audits, payroll management, and management reporting further underscores his critical role in maintaining Flutter’s financial health and operational resilience. Colum’s deep industry knowledge, combined with his skills in internal controls, external audits, and team management, positions him as a vital contributor to Flutter’s ongoing success in the competitive online gaming landscape.